Tad
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
6,918 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1966 Peak Popularity Year
265 Peak Births

Tad Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Tad originates from Middle English and means 'heart'. It evolved from Thaddeus through various forms. Tad is perceived as friendly and youthful, with no significant biblical relevance.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tad"

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Pronunciation

/tæd/

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Origin

Middle English

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Etymology

The name Tad is often considered a diminutive form of the name Thaddeus, which has roots in Aramaic, meaning 'heart'.

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Meaning

heart

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Language Evolution

Thaddeus, Tadeus, Tad

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Historical Usage

The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 19th century as a short form of Thaddeus.

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Variants & Derivatives

Taddy, Thad

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Modern Popularity & Image

Tad is often seen as a friendly and approachable name, commonly associated with a youthful and energetic personality.

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Famous People

Tad Williams, an American fantasy author, Tad Moore, an American golfer

📊 Tad Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Tad Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 265 peak births in 1966

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 33 US states, with strongest presence in Utah

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Tad" - Complete Guide (2 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Tad". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 2 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

Why explore same pronunciation names? Many parents search for homophone names to find alternative spellings that might be more unique or culturally significant. This ultimate list covers both American and British pronunciation patterns, ensuring you find the perfect variation of "Tad" that fits your preferences.

Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tad"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Tad"

"Tad" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 3246th of 7545 104
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 1910th of 6773 267
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 787th of 7552 1,668
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 626th of 10718 2,724
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 1055th of 16616 1,503
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 3300th of 24088 476
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 5945th of 23106 176

Regional Popularity of "Tad" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - 85.99%
982nd/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - 49.97%
773rd/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
25.91%
577th/2227
37.90%
921st/2430
47.77%
1363rd/2853
20.25%
562nd/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
14.95%
439th/2937
26.16%
911th/3483
28.31%
996th/3518
13.92%
563rd/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
21.60%
796th/3685
37.09%
1660th/4475
31.27%
1624th/5194
20.37%
1287th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
71.85%
3292nd/4582
- 57.95%
4238th/7313
49.12%
3666th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - 75.38%
4731st/6276

Regional Popularity of "Tad" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Tad"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Tad" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Tad" in the United States

The name Tad is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Tad has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Tad' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3246th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1910th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 787th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 626th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1055th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3300th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5945th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Tad' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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