Thayer Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTHAY-er / /ˈθeɪər/English; Old English
Meaning
English: 'tailor'; Old English: 'a dweller by the river'
Historical & Cultural Background
Thayer is derived from the Old English word 'theg(e)or', meaning 'tailor'. It has been used as a surname before becoming popular as a given name. The name reflects a connection to craftsmanship and trade, particularly in medieval England. Over time, it has gained popularity in the United States as a first name.
Trend Summary
Thayer has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Thayre
International Variants
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Famous people named Thayer
Thayer David was an American actor known for his roles in television and film during the 1960s and 1970s.
Thayer McHenry is a notable American artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Thayer
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Thayer was first seen in the United States in 1912. Thayer has ranked as high as #1343 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in Arkansas, Kentucky, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Thayer has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Thayer (2019)
State | Births | Share |
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KY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1912 | 6 |
1913 | 8 |
1914 | 5 |
1915 | 8 |
1916 | 9 |
1917 | 10 |
1918 | 17 |
1919 | 11 |
1920 | 10 |
1921 | 8 |
1922 | 10 |
1923 | 5 |
1924 | 12 |
1925 | 8 |
1926 | 9 |
1927 | 5 |
1929 | 12 |
1930 | 8 |
1931 | 6 |
1933 | 9 |
1934 | 7 |
1935 | 7 |
1936 | 6 |
1938 | 9 |
1939 | 6 |
1940 | 8 |
1941 | 8 |
1942 | 9 |
1943 | 5 |
1944 | 8 |
1946 | 10 |
1948 | 8 |
1949 | 5 |
1950 | 7 |
1951 | 8 |
1953 | 6 |
1954 | 5 |
1956 | 7 |
1957 | 9 |
1958 | 6 |
1961 | 7 |
1962 | 9 |
1963 | 13 |
1964 | 7 |
1965 | 12 |
1966 | 10 |
1967 | 8 |
1968 | 6 |
1969 | 12 |
1970 | 11 |
1971 | 6 |
1972 | 11 |
1973 | 8 |
1974 | 7 |
1975 | 8 |
1976 | 5 |
1977 | 9 |
1979 | 7 |
1980 | 11 |
1981 | 9 |
1982 | 5 |
1983 | 8 |
1984 | 13 |
1985 | 6 |
1986 | 5 |
1987 | 9 |
1988 | 10 |
1989 | 15 |
1990 | 20 |
1991 | 10 |
1992 | 12 |
1993 | 11 |
1994 | 16 |
1995 | 14 |
1996 | 13 |
1997 | 11 |
1998 | 10 |
1999 | 14 |
2000 | 16 |
2001 | 12 |
2002 | 14 |
2003 | 11 |
2004 | 10 |
2005 | 16 |
2006 | 13 |
2007 | 16 |
2008 | 12 |
2009 | 15 |
2010 | 18 |
2011 | 20 |
2012 | 36 |
2013 | 44 |
2014 | 52 |
2015 | 52 |
2016 | 45 |
2017 | 46 |
2018 | 42 |
2019 | 49 |
2020 | 16 |
2021 | 27 |
2022 | 20 |
2023 | 20 |
2024 | 23 |