Tad

Q: How popular is the name Tad?

Tad is ranked #7882 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ t-AD ]

Boy Name #7,882 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Tad is a boy name, recorded for 11 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced t-AD.

Parents who love the name Tad often also consider Averett, Saire, Akito .

Popularity Over Time

#7,882

Current Rank

Peaked 1966 Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #7,882
Total SSA Count: 11

Alternative Spellings

Tadeo #413 Tadhg #3205

Middle Name Ideas

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Tad Carter

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Tad Ezra

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tad

Is Tad a boy or girl name?

Tad is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Tad?

Tad is pronounced t-AD.

How popular is the name Tad?

Tad is currently ranked #7882 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Is Tad a common or rare name?

Tad is an uncommon name, ranked #7882 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Tad

Tad is a boy name .

Tad is currently ranked #7,882 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Tad include Tadeo, Tadhg . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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