Tunney
boy nameTunney entered the US charts in 1926, peaked at #1603 in 1927, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1926–2025
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rank today
#1603
peak (1927)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #2528 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Tunney are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Tunney alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tunney in 2025?
- Tunney is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Tunney most popular?
- Tunney peaked in 1927, reaching #1603 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tunney with classmates?
- Tunney will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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