Tre Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtray / treɪLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: three; English: third
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tre is derived from the Latin word for 'three', often used to denote the third child in a family. It has gained popularity in English-speaking countries as a modern and unique name. Tre can also be seen as a diminutive form of names like Trevor or Trey. Its usage reflects a trend towards shorter, more informal names.
Trend Summary
Tre has seen a moderate level of popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Trey
International Variants
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Famous people named Tre
Tre Cool is the drummer for the punk rock band Green Day.
Fictional characters named Tre
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tre was first seen in the United States in 1974. Tre has ranked as high as #718 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Louisiana, Ohio, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Tre has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tre (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| LA | 5 | |
| MD | 5 | |
| MI | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1988 | 19 |
| 1989 | 19 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 108 |
| 1992 | 519 |
| 1993 | 586 |
| 1994 | 421 |
| 1995 | 343 |
| 1996 | 273 |
| 1997 | 252 |
| 1998 | 271 |
| 1999 | 276 |
| 2000 | 294 |
| 2001 | 244 |
| 2002 | 216 |
| 2003 | 177 |
| 2004 | 172 |
| 2005 | 152 |
| 2006 | 131 |
| 2007 | 116 |
| 2008 | 110 |
| 2009 | 95 |
| 2010 | 96 |
| 2011 | 73 |
| 2012 | 79 |
| 2013 | 55 |
| 2014 | 65 |
| 2015 | 74 |
| 2016 | 76 |
| 2017 | 58 |
| 2018 | 61 |
| 2019 | 66 |
| 2020 | 53 |
| 2021 | 54 |
| 2022 | 76 |
| 2023 | 47 |
| 2024 | 51 |