Thane Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationthayn / θeɪnScottish; Old English
Meaning
Scottish: landholder; Old English: warrior
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Thane has roots in Scottish nobility, where it referred to a man who held land granted by the king. In Old English, it denoted a warrior or nobleman. The title was significant in medieval Scotland, often associated with loyalty and service to the crown. Thane has been used in literature, most notably in Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', where it signifies a noble title.
Trend Summary
Thane has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Thayne
International Variants
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Famous people named Thane
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Fictional characters named Thane
Thane Krios from the 'Mass Effect' video game series is a character known for his complex backstory and moral dilemmas.
Thane from Shakespeare's 'Macbeth' is a title held by Macbeth before he becomes king.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Thane was first seen in the United States in 1916. Thane has ranked as high as #1336 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Florida, New York, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Thane has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Thane (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1931 | 12 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 12 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1953 | 16 |
| 1954 | 21 |
| 1955 | 22 |
| 1956 | 22 |
| 1957 | 16 |
| 1958 | 23 |
| 1959 | 26 |
| 1960 | 35 |
| 1961 | 33 |
| 1962 | 45 |
| 1963 | 45 |
| 1964 | 41 |
| 1965 | 33 |
| 1966 | 31 |
| 1967 | 42 |
| 1968 | 38 |
| 1969 | 26 |
| 1970 | 26 |
| 1971 | 36 |
| 1972 | 27 |
| 1973 | 24 |
| 1974 | 18 |
| 1975 | 23 |
| 1976 | 20 |
| 1977 | 21 |
| 1978 | 26 |
| 1979 | 20 |
| 1980 | 22 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 21 |
| 1983 | 19 |
| 1984 | 21 |
| 1985 | 25 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 28 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 26 |
| 1991 | 27 |
| 1992 | 29 |
| 1993 | 26 |
| 1994 | 33 |
| 1995 | 30 |
| 1996 | 41 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1998 | 31 |
| 1999 | 38 |
| 2000 | 39 |
| 2001 | 42 |
| 2002 | 49 |
| 2003 | 37 |
| 2004 | 36 |
| 2005 | 35 |
| 2006 | 48 |
| 2007 | 40 |
| 2008 | 43 |
| 2009 | 48 |
| 2010 | 39 |
| 2011 | 48 |
| 2012 | 44 |
| 2013 | 56 |
| 2014 | 51 |
| 2015 | 58 |
| 2016 | 54 |
| 2017 | 49 |
| 2018 | 49 |
| 2019 | 42 |
| 2020 | 42 |
| 2021 | 43 |
| 2022 | 42 |
| 2023 | 35 |
| 2024 | 42 |