Tad Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTad / tædEnglish; Short form of Thaddeus
Meaning
Aramaic: heart; Greek: courageous
Historical & Cultural Background
Tad is often considered a diminutive of Thaddeus, which has biblical roots. Thaddeus is associated with one of the apostles in the New Testament. The name Tad has been used in English-speaking countries since the 20th century. It conveys a sense of warmth and familiarity.
Trend Summary
Tad has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tadd
International Variants
- Thaddeus (Latin)
- Tadeusz (Polish)
- Tadeo (Spanish)
Famous people named Tad
Tad Williams is an American author known for his fantasy novels, including the 'Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn' series.
Tad McKinley is a notable American football player who played in the NFL.
Tad Lasso is a fictional character from the television series 'Ted Lasso', known for his optimistic coaching style.
Tad D. is a prominent figure in the world of music production.
Fictional characters named Tad
Tad is a character in the animated film 'The Secret of NIMH', known for his adventurous spirit.
Tad is a character in the video game series 'Tadpole Treble', where he embarks on musical adventures.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tad was first seen in the United States in 1912. Tad has ranked as high as #808 nationally, which occurred in 1966, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Tad has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tad (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| UT | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 12 |
| 1926 | 12 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 19 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 19 |
| 1933 | 21 |
| 1934 | 12 |
| 1935 | 13 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 20 |
| 1940 | 20 |
| 1941 | 13 |
| 1942 | 22 |
| 1943 | 27 |
| 1944 | 17 |
| 1945 | 16 |
| 1946 | 18 |
| 1947 | 26 |
| 1948 | 26 |
| 1949 | 16 |
| 1950 | 25 |
| 1951 | 27 |
| 1952 | 25 |
| 1953 | 43 |
| 1954 | 49 |
| 1955 | 89 |
| 1956 | 125 |
| 1957 | 149 |
| 1958 | 137 |
| 1959 | 133 |
| 1960 | 145 |
| 1961 | 122 |
| 1962 | 157 |
| 1963 | 169 |
| 1964 | 187 |
| 1965 | 223 |
| 1966 | 265 |
| 1967 | 220 |
| 1968 | 204 |
| 1969 | 170 |
| 1970 | 197 |
| 1971 | 184 |
| 1972 | 160 |
| 1973 | 158 |
| 1974 | 171 |
| 1975 | 169 |
| 1976 | 146 |
| 1977 | 137 |
| 1978 | 116 |
| 1979 | 104 |
| 1980 | 100 |
| 1981 | 84 |
| 1982 | 65 |
| 1983 | 76 |
| 1984 | 130 |
| 1985 | 128 |
| 1986 | 133 |
| 1987 | 103 |
| 1988 | 108 |
| 1989 | 108 |
| 1990 | 92 |
| 1991 | 110 |
| 1992 | 79 |
| 1993 | 88 |
| 1994 | 75 |
| 1995 | 66 |
| 1996 | 58 |
| 1997 | 47 |
| 1998 | 29 |
| 1999 | 29 |
| 2000 | 31 |
| 2001 | 32 |
| 2002 | 38 |
| 2003 | 31 |
| 2004 | 35 |
| 2005 | 37 |
| 2006 | 36 |
| 2007 | 31 |
| 2008 | 22 |
| 2009 | 25 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 11 |