Masculine dossier · first seen 2008
Altair
Rising
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
2024
Peak births
26
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen Alpha
Quick answers about Altair
How many people are named Altair?
An estimated 243 living Americans are named Altair.
How rare is Altair?
Altair is very rare among babies today, with 16 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 38.5% from its 2024 peak.
How old is the typical Altair?
The median age of a living American named Altair is approximately 8 years, with most bearers falling between 4 and 12 years old.
Is Altair still popular?
Yes — Altair is currently rising in popularity, with 16 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 1.8× higher than the previous decade.
2008Peak 20242025
Peak year
2024
Decline from peak
38.5%
2025
16
All-time
245