Holding steady, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Tacoma since 1971
Babies named Tacoma per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 20 | 5 |
| 1980s | 11 | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 | 35 |
| 2000s | 11 | 131 |
| 2010s | 0 | 18 |
| 2020s | 0 | 21 |
Meaning & origin
Tacoma is an extremely rare American place name, first recorded as a given name in 1979. Its peak usage came in 2002, though even then it was uncommon. In 2025, it ranked 10,695th nationwide, with about 1 in every 284,679 boys receiving the name, a figure that has remained stable over recent decades. The name is predominantly male in use, and no top states for usage have been recorded. As a geographic name, Tacoma fits alongside other city and state names like Denver and Dakota, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive connection to the Pacific Northwest or a name with indigenous roots. Its rarity ensures it stands out, while its ties to the iconic Mount Rainier give it a natural, mountainous association.
Tacoma is a place name, taken from the city in Washington state. The city itself was named after the indigenous Lushootseed name for Mount Rainier. The use of Tacoma as a given name in the United States dates back to at least 1979, reflecting a broader trend of adopting geographic locations as personal names. Its usage remains rare and is primarily an American coinage.
Sibling names for Tacoma
Names that share Tacoma's style, for a brother or sister.
