How Many People Are Named Tilden?
Complete statistics for the name Tilden: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Tilden is a very rare male name, with only 962 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 342,907 Americans. This name saw its peak popularity in 2022 with 50 births, showing it's becoming more popular among newer generations.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 1 represents leadership and independence.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 49All 1,394 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: 2022Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Tilden Through the Generations
Tilden has seen a steady rise in popularity, particularly among younger parents, despite its very rare status. With an average age of 49, the name skews older due to a significant portion of those named Tilden being over 60. The name's resurgence in recent years suggests it's gaining traction as a modern choice, though it remains a niche selection.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Tilden's English roots
📄 About the Name Tilden
How Many People Have the Name Tilden?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,803 people in the United States currently share the name Tilden. That works out to roughly 1 in every 183,832 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Tilden a Common or Rare Name?
Tilden 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 Tilden Mean?
Tilden means "English surname used as a first name" and comes from English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Tilden in SSA data, approximately 91% are male and 9% are female.
When Was Tilden Most Popular?
The name Tilden reached peak popularity in 2022, with 50 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
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 Tilden?
Approximately 1,803 people named Tilden live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,803. That works out to roughly 1 in 183,832 Americans.
Is Tilden a rare name?
Tilden is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 183,832 Americans has this name.
What does the name Tilden mean?
Tilden means "English surname used as a first name" and comes from English origins.
Is Tilden more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 91% of people named Tilden are male and 9% are female.
When was Tilden most popular?
Tilden peaked in 2022 with 50 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
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.