How Many People Are Named Tanda?

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

Tanda
Very Rare
Swahili

Tanda means 'gift' in Swahili, making it a name rich in symbolism. Only 412 people in the US today carry this name, which equates to just 1 in 801,407 Americans. The majority of Tandas are over 60, reflecting its status as a name favored by older generations.

~171
Living in US
1 in 1,938,300
Americans
1962
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Gift
🌐
Origin
Swahili
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 4
Personality Traits
Generous Warm Caring
4
Life Path Number

Life-path number 4 symbolizes stability, practicality, and hard work.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

9,980
Worldwide Bearers
#61,321
Global Rank
🇳🇬 Nigeria
2,259
🇳🇪 Niger
2,252
🇮🇩 Indonesia
2,047
🇮🇳 India
867
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
712
🇺🇸 United States
632
🇹🇿 Tanzania
294
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
240
🇨🇩 DR Congo
233
🇧🇯 Benin
137

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
412 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 58
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
252
Would be 30–60 (55%)
210
Would be over 60 (45%)

All 462 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: 1962

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
79
Classic Feel
52
Modern Appeal
48
International
96

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

📜 Tanda Through the Generations

Tanda, a name steeped in tradition and heritage, has seen its peak popularity in 1962 when 23 babies were given this name. Over the decades, the name has maintained a stable presence, with 462 total births recorded since its inception. Today, the average Tanda is 58 years old, with a significant portion of the community, 45%, being over 60. This age distribution paints a picture of a name cherished by those born in earlier times, with fewer younger individuals adopting it.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 5

✨ Similar Names to Tanda

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Tanda's Swahili roots

📄 About the Name Tanda

How Many People Have the Name Tanda?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 171 people in the United States currently share the name Tanda. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,938,300 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Tanda a Common or Rare Name?

Tanda 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 Tanda Mean?

Tanda means "gift" and comes from Swahili origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Tanda Most Popular?

The name Tanda reached peak popularity in 1962, with 23 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 Tanda?

Approximately 171 people named Tanda live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 171. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,938,300 Americans.

Is Tanda a rare name?

Tanda is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,938,300 Americans has this name.

What does the name Tanda mean?

Tanda means "gift" and comes from Swahili origins.

Is Tanda more male or female?

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

When was Tanda most popular?

Tanda peaked in 1962 with 23 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 US171
All-Time Births171
1 in X1 in 1,938,300
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age58
Peak Year1962
World Rank#61,321
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.