Tej
Boy nameTej has been given to 703 babies in the U.S. since 1983. It peaked in 2011.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
703
Peak year
2011 (33 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1983
10-year trend
▼ -50%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Tej — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Tej.
FAQ
How popular is the name Tej?
Tej has been given to 703 babies in the U.S. since 1983. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Tej peak?
Tej peaked in 2011, when 33 babies were given the name.
Is Tej a girl or boy name?
Tej is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Tej are boys).
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