Tiberias Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtih-BEER-ee-us / /tɪˈbɪəriəs/Latin; Greek
Meaning
Latin: of the Tiber; Greek: belonging to the Tiber
Historical & Cultural Background
Tiberias is a name derived from the Latin word for the Tiber River, which is significant in Roman history. The city of Tiberias, located on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee, was founded by Herod Antipas in the 1st century CE and named in honor of Emperor Tiberius. It has been an important center for Jewish scholarship and culture throughout history. The name is often associated with themes of strength and historical significance.
Trend Summary
The name Tiberias has seen limited use in the United States, maintaining a low profile in terms of popularity.
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International Variants
- Tiberio (Italian)
- Tibério (Portuguese)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tiberias was first seen in the United States in 2016. Tiberias has ranked as high as #1358 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Tiberias has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |