Tay
UnisexTay has been given to 260 babies in the U.S. since 1939. It peaked in 2001.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
260
Peak year
2001 (13 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1939
10-year trend
▲ +67%
Gender split
21% girls / 79% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Tay — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Tay.
FAQ
How popular is the name Tay?
Tay has been given to 260 babies in the U.S. since 1939. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Tay peak?
Tay peaked in 2001, when 13 babies were given the name.
Is Tay a girl or boy name?
Tay is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.
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