Dakota vs Tatum

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dakota

Girl #273 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"friendly one, ally"

Origin: Sioux/Lakota language

Cultural Roots

American Native American (Sioux)

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#273
Total SSA Count
1,155
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Dak, Kota

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Dakota Rank #273
Tatum Rank #195

Tatum is more popular, ranked #195 vs #273 for Dakota.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dakota ___

  • Dakota Rose
  • Dakota Grace
  • Dakota Mae
  • Dakota Lynn
  • Dakota Jade
  • Dakota Rae

Tatum ___

  • Tatum James
  • Tatum Michael
  • Tatum Alexander
  • Tatum Lee
  • Tatum Blake
  • Tatum River

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dakota or Tatum more popular?

Tatum is more popular, ranked #195 compared to Dakota at #273 in the United States.

What do Dakota and Tatum mean?

Dakota means "friendly one, ally" (Sioux/Lakota language origin). Tatum means "cheerful settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Dakota and Tatum boy or girl names?

Dakota is primarily a girl name. Tatum is primarily a boy name.

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