Tristan is a baby boy name tracked in official U.S. Social Security baby-name records. In 2024, Tristan was given to 1,296 boys, ranking No. 267 for boys and 12 girls, ranking No. 8880 for girls in U.S. Social Security records. This page focuses on popularity and usage data so parents can compare the name with confidence.
Popularity Snapshot For Tristan
In 2024, Tristan was given to 1,296 boys, ranking No. 267 for boys and 12 girls, ranking No. 8880 for girls in U.S. Social Security records.
The name has appeared in national records since 1946 and shows 129,641 recorded births between 1946 and 2024.
Is Tristan Used For Boys, Girls, Or Both?
Tristan is used mostly for boys in current records, with lighter but visible use for girls.
Why Parents Compare Tristan
Parents comparing Tristan often look at popularity, spelling familiarity, sound, and how the name fits with sibling names or a family surname.
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