Thunder Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTHUN-der / /ˈθʌndər/English; Native American
Meaning
English: loud noise; Native American: spirit or force of nature
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Thunder is derived from the English word for the loud sound produced by lightning. In Native American cultures, thunder is often associated with powerful spirits and is considered a significant natural phenomenon. The name reflects strength and intensity, often evoking imagery of storms and nature's power. It is relatively uncommon as a given name but has gained some popularity in recent years.
Trend Summary
The name Thunder remains relatively rare in the United States but has seen a slight increase in interest.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Thunder was first seen in the United States in 1975. Thunder has ranked as high as #1349 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Thunder has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Thunder (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 30 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 24 |
| 2022 | 28 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 12 |