Tiberius Boy

Popularity: #900 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ty-BEER-ee-us //taɪˈbɪəriəs//

Origin: Latin; Italian

Meaning: of the Tiber; belonging to the Tiber

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Tiberius is derived from the Latin name Tiberius, which is believed to be related to the Tiber River in Italy, known as Tiberis in Latin. The etymology can be traced back to the ancient Roman period, where it is thought to have originated from the Etruscan name Tiber, possibly meaning 'of the Tiber' or 'belonging to the Tiber.' The name entered the English language through the Latin form, particularly during the Renaissance when classical names were revived in Europe.

Historically, Tiberius is most notably associated with Tiberius Julius Caesar, the second Roman emperor, who ruled from 14 AD to 37 AD. His reign marked significant developments in Roman governance and military expansion.

Tiberius is also mentioned in various historical texts, including the works of Tacitus and Suetonius, who chronicled the lives of Roman emperors. The name appears in the context of biblical narratives as well, particularly in the New Testament, where Tiberius is referenced during the time of Jesus, thus linking the name to significant religious history.

Culturally, Tiberius has been associated with strength and leadership, reflecting the characteristics of its most famous bearer, the emperor. The name has been used in various literary and artistic works throughout history, often symbolizing authority and power.

In some contexts, diminutive forms such as Tibe or Tibby have emerged, though these are less common in historical texts. Overall, Tiberius carries a rich historical and cultural resonance, embodying the legacy of Roman imperial history and its lasting influence on Western civilization.

Famous people named Tiberius

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Tiberius is a Roman Emperor best known for his rule during the early Roman Empire, the establishment of the Praetorian Guard, and his contributions to the Roman economy.

Fictional characters named Tiberius

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Tiberius is a fictional character from the video game series Fallout. He is a prominent figure in the lore, known for his role as a leader in the post-apocalyptic world.

Sibling suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Tiberius was first seen in the United States in 1992.

Tiberius has ranked as high as #3346 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Washington, and Illinois.

In the past 5 years the name Tiberius has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Tiberius is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Tiberius was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Tiberius.

Year Total Births Boy
2025 38 38
2024 52 52
2023 59 59
2022 63 63
2021 77 77
2020 65 65
2019 84 84
2018 93 93
2017 109 109
2016 91 91
2015 109 109
2014 86 86
2013 74 74
2012 50 50
2011 44 44
2010 53 53
2009 24 24
2008 15 15
2007 14 14
2006 13 13
2005 7 7
2004 9 9
2003 5 5
2002 9 9
2001 10 10
2000 7 7
1999 6 6
1997 6 6
1996 10 10
1995 5 5
1994 6 6
1992 8 8

Top States for Tiberius (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
FL 6
35%
MI 6
35%
TX 5
29%