Declining since 2020, #1,108 for boys today.
Popularity of Thatcher since 1965
Babies named Thatcher per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 18 |
| 1970s | 85 |
| 1980s | 83 |
| 1990s | 185 |
| 2000s | 853 |
| 2010s | 2,300 |
| 2020s | 1,431 |
Meaning & origin
Thatcher entered the U.S. naming records in 1965, initially used sparingly as a given name derived from the occupational surname. Its rise in popularity began in the late 2000s, peaking in 2021, and has since experienced a slight decline. The name was most frequently found in states like Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Utah. Today, it carries a down-to-earth, vocational charm, appealing to parents seeking a surname-style first name with a clear and simple meaning. While its trajectory shows a falling trend since 2020, Thatcher remains a distinctive choice, ranking 1108th in 2025 with a 1-in-8,805 birth rate.
Thatcher is an occupational surname derived from the Middle English "thecchen," meaning "to thatch." It referred to a person who roofed buildings with straw or reeds. As a given name, it began to see use in the mid-20th century, influenced by the surname tradition and notable figures such as British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher.
Where Thatcher is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Thatch
Sibling names for Thatcher
Names that share Thatcher's style, for a brother or sister.
