Tatum
Tatum is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Tata's homestead or cheerful village.
Origin and history
Tatum is an English surname turned given name, originally derived from an Old English place name meaning Tata's homestead. Historically a unisex name, it has risen noticeably in popular usage for boys in the United States in recent years. It presents a trendy, modern image with a strong cadence.
Popularity in the United States
13,225 babies in the United States have been named Tatum since 1880. It ranks #1034 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #271.
States where it is most popular
- TX (10 %)
- CA (6.4 %)
- OH (4.6 %)
- NC (4.3 %)
- FL (4.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 76 |
| 1980-1990 | 70 |
| 1990-2000 | 191 |
| 2000-2010 | 853 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,461 |
| 2020-2029 | 7,574 |
Nicknames
Tate
Fun facts
- Tatum originated as an English surname derived from Tatham, a parish in Lancashire.
- While historically given to both boys and girls, Tatum has seen significant surge in male usage in the U.S. since 2020.