How Many People Are Named Fatu?

Complete statistics for the name Fatu: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Fatu
Very Rare
African

Fatu means 'fat' in some languages, but here it's more about its rarity, with only 17 people named Fatu in the US today, making up just 1 in 19,552,497 Americans. All of these folks are under 30, showing how modern and fresh this name really is.

~206
Living in US
1 in 1,608,977
Americans
2007
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Fat
🌐
Origin
African
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Strong Determined Confident
3
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 3 are known for their creativity and ability to inspire others.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

59,693
Worldwide Bearers
#15,922
Global Rank
🇱🇷 Liberia
26,495
🇳🇬 Nigeria
11,923
🇸🇱 Sierra Leone
5,465
🇹🇿 Tanzania
4,978
🇮🇳 India
4,113
🇨🇩 DR Congo
3,814
🇨🇲 Cameroon
1,048
🇺🇸 United States
407
🇦🇫 Afghanistan
309
🇨🇳 China
280

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
17 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 13
17
Would be under 30 (100%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 17 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2007

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
22
Classic Feel
14
Modern Appeal
100
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Fatu Through the Generations

Fatu, a name that's seen a steady presence since 2007 when it peaked with 6 births, continues to be a very rare choice in the United States. With 17 living bearers, all under the age of 30, Fatu stands out as a genuinely modern name. Its origins trace back to various African languages, adding to its unique character and appeal among younger generations.

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Fatu's African roots

📄 About the Name Fatu

How Many People Have the Name Fatu?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 206 people in the United States currently share the name Fatu. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,608,977 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Fatu a Common or Rare Name?

Fatu is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Fatu Mean?

Fatu means "fat" and comes from African origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Fatu in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Fatu Most Popular?

The name Fatu reached peak popularity in 2007, with 6 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Fatu?

Approximately 206 people named Fatu live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 206. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,608,977 Americans.

Is Fatu a rare name?

Fatu is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,608,977 Americans has this name.

What does the name Fatu mean?

Fatu means "fat" and comes from African origins.

Is Fatu more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Fatu are male and 100% are female.

When was Fatu most popular?

Fatu peaked in 2007 with 6 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US206
All-Time Births206
1 in X1 in 1,608,977
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age13
Peak Year2007
World Rank#15,922
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.