Texas Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationTEK-sas / /ˈtɛk.səs/English; Spanish
Meaning
English: 'friend'; Spanish: 'from Texas'
Historical & Cultural Background
Texas is a state in the southern United States, known for its diverse culture and history. The name Texas is derived from the Caddo word 'taysha', meaning 'friend'. It has been used as a given name, particularly in the 20th century, reflecting a sense of pride in Texan identity.
Trend Summary
The name Texas has seen limited use as a given name in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Texas was first seen in the United States in 1918. Texas has ranked as high as #1378 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Texas has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Texas (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 11 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 11 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 22 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 20 |