Declining since 2020.
Popularity of Traeger since 1976
Babies named Traeger per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 11 |
| 2010s | 78 |
| 2020s | 51 |
Meaning & origin
Traeger is a modern surname-style name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1976. It has never reached the top 1000, remaining a rare choice. Its peak usage came in 2021, but since then its trajectory has been falling. The name has no recorded top states, suggesting it is scattered across the country. Traeger's appeal likely comes from its strong sound and association with the outdoor grill brand, fitting the trend of occupational and surname names.
Traeger is a modern coinage, likely inspired by the surname Traeger or Traeger, which itself may be of German or Swedish origin. The name gained limited use as a first name in the late 20th century, possibly influenced by the Traeger grills brand. Its rise in the 2020s likely reflects a broader trend of using surnames as first names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tray, Gery
Variants: Treager, Traeger
Sibling names for Traeger
Names that share Traeger's style, for a brother or sister.
