Tonya
boy nameTonya entered the US charts in 1962, peaked at #1471 in 1974, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1962–2025
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rank today
#1471
peak (1974)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #2318 |
| 1970s | #1914 |
| 1980s | #4790 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Tonya are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tonya alive today was born around 1973, making them about 52 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tonya in 2025?
- Tonya is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Tonya most popular?
- Tonya peaked in 1974, reaching #1471 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tonya with classmates?
- Tonya will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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