Masculine dossier · first seen 1907

Taft

Stable Decline Gradual decline from 1908
Peak era
1908
Peak births
62
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation

Quick answers about Taft

How many people are named Taft?

An estimated 808 living Americans are named Taft.

How rare is Taft?

Taft is very rare among babies today, with 10 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 83.9% from its 1908 peak.

How old is the typical Taft?

The median age of a living American named Taft is approximately 38 years, with most bearers falling between 15 and 61 years old.

Is Taft still popular?

Not especially. Taft has been declining since its 1908 peak and registered 10 births in 2025.

1907Peak 19082025
peak 1908 2025 18801900192019401960198020002020
Peak year
1908
Decline from peak
83.9%
2025
10
All-time
1,544