Tan
Boy nameTan has been given to 597 babies in the U.S. since 1976. It peaked in 1985.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
597
Peak year
1985 (29 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1976
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
2% girls / 98% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Tan — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Tan.
Sibling name ideas for Tan
Same era and popularity as Tan, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Tan?
Tan has been given to 597 babies in the U.S. since 1976. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Tan peak?
Tan peaked in 1985, when 29 babies were given the name.
Is Tan a girl or boy name?
Tan is primarily a boy name (98% of babies named Tan are boys).
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