Tarzan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTAR-zan / /ˈtɑːrzən/English; Swahili
Meaning
English: 'white skin'; Swahili: 'to be born'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tarzan is primarily associated with the fictional character created by Edgar Rice Burroughs in the early 20th century, representing a man raised in the jungle. In Swahili, 'tarzan' translates to 'to be born', which connects to themes of identity and origin. The character's story reflects colonial and adventure narratives prevalent in early 20th-century literature. The name has since become emblematic of the wild man archetype in popular culture.
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Famous people named Tarzan
Tarzan — fictional character.
Fictional characters named Tarzan
Tarzan — Tarzan of the Apes.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tarzan was first seen in the United States in 2007. Tarzan has ranked as high as #1355 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Tarzan has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 |