Titan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTY-tan / /ˈtaɪ.tən/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: 'defender'; Latin: 'giant'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Greek mythology, Titans were the powerful deities that ruled during the Golden Age. They were considered the predecessors of the Olympian gods. The name Titan has been used in various contexts, often symbolizing strength and grandeur. In modern times, it has gained popularity as a name for boys, reflecting a trend towards strong, mythological names.
Trend Summary
Titan has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
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Famous people named Titan
Titan A. E. is an animated science fiction film that features a character named Cale T. Navigator, who embarks on a quest to find a new home for humanity.
Titan is also the name of a popular brand of tires, known for their durability and performance.
Fictional characters named Titan
Titan is a character in the video game 'Titanfall,' known for being a large mech used in combat.
Titan is also a character in the animated series 'Attack on Titan,' representing the giant humanoid creatures that threaten humanity.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Titan was first seen in the United States in 1979. Titan has ranked as high as #973 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Utah, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Titan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Titan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 22 | |
| CA | 16 | |
| FL | 16 | |
| GA | 14 | |
| LA | 13 | |
| VA | 12 | |
| NY | 9 | |
| MD | 8 | |
| MI | 8 | |
| MS | 7 | |
| WA | 6 | |
| NC | 6 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| UT | 5 | |
| AZ | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 48 |
| 2001 | 60 |
| 2002 | 62 |
| 2003 | 45 |
| 2004 | 55 |
| 2005 | 82 |
| 2006 | 75 |
| 2007 | 106 |
| 2008 | 94 |
| 2009 | 130 |
| 2010 | 160 |
| 2011 | 181 |
| 2012 | 209 |
| 2013 | 230 |
| 2014 | 274 |
| 2015 | 415 |
| 2016 | 409 |
| 2017 | 421 |
| 2018 | 369 |
| 2019 | 375 |
| 2020 | 388 |
| 2021 | 343 |
| 2022 | 288 |
| 2023 | 226 |
| 2024 | 219 |