Tertius Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationTER-shus / /ˈtɜːrʃəs/

Latin

Meaning

third

Historical & Cultural Background

Tertius is derived from the Latin word 'tertius', meaning 'third'. In Roman naming conventions, it was often used to denote the third-born child. The name has historical significance in early Christian texts, where it appears in the New Testament as the name of a scribe. It is less common in modern times but retains a classic and scholarly appeal.

Similar Names

TertianTertullianTertioTerenceTerryTorrinTobin

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Sibling Suggestions

PrimusSecundusQuartusQuintus

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Tertius was first seen in the United States in 1987. Tertius has ranked as high as #1145 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Tertius has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19876