Trent Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtrent / trɛntLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: 'town dweller'; English: 'from the town'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Trent is derived from the Latin word 'Trentus', which refers to a town or settlement. It is also associated with the River Trent in England, which has historical significance. The name gained popularity in the 20th century and is often used in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Trent has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Trenton
International Variants
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Famous people named Trent
Trent Reznor is an American musician known for being the founder of the industrial rock band Nine Inch Nails.
Trent Lott is a former American politician who served as a United States Senator from Mississippi.
Trent Green is a former American football quarterback who played in the NFL.
Trent Williams is an American football offensive tackle known for his time with the Washington Football Team and the San Francisco 49ers.
Fictional characters named Trent
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Trent was first seen in the United States in 1916. Trent has ranked as high as #378 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Texas, Illinois, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Trent has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Trent (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 14 | |
| TX | 14 | |
| OH | 10 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| IL | 8 | |
| NC | 8 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| GA | 7 | |
| MD | 6 | |
| MO | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 8 |
| 1922 | 12 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 14 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1934 | 9 |
| 1935 | 14 |
| 1936 | 11 |
| 1937 | 16 |
| 1938 | 21 |
| 1939 | 12 |
| 1940 | 20 |
| 1941 | 25 |
| 1942 | 24 |
| 1943 | 28 |
| 1944 | 26 |
| 1945 | 21 |
| 1946 | 34 |
| 1947 | 45 |
| 1948 | 38 |
| 1949 | 42 |
| 1950 | 45 |
| 1951 | 46 |
| 1952 | 62 |
| 1953 | 89 |
| 1954 | 98 |
| 1955 | 137 |
| 1956 | 130 |
| 1957 | 166 |
| 1958 | 180 |
| 1959 | 228 |
| 1960 | 261 |
| 1961 | 330 |
| 1962 | 371 |
| 1963 | 488 |
| 1964 | 542 |
| 1965 | 555 |
| 1966 | 593 |
| 1967 | 628 |
| 1968 | 660 |
| 1969 | 703 |
| 1970 | 865 |
| 1971 | 834 |
| 1972 | 712 |
| 1973 | 600 |
| 1974 | 632 |
| 1975 | 666 |
| 1976 | 569 |
| 1977 | 572 |
| 1978 | 548 |
| 1979 | 635 |
| 1980 | 579 |
| 1981 | 568 |
| 1982 | 586 |
| 1983 | 523 |
| 1984 | 596 |
| 1985 | 701 |
| 1986 | 656 |
| 1987 | 706 |
| 1988 | 928 |
| 1989 | 1,081 |
| 1990 | 1,073 |
| 1991 | 960 |
| 1992 | 1,099 |
| 1993 | 1,040 |
| 1994 | 1,060 |
| 1995 | 1,117 |
| 1996 | 1,174 |
| 1997 | 1,228 |
| 1998 | 1,375 |
| 1999 | 1,367 |
| 2000 | 1,469 |
| 2001 | 1,719 |
| 2002 | 1,453 |
| 2003 | 1,379 |
| 2004 | 1,282 |
| 2005 | 1,225 |
| 2006 | 1,210 |
| 2007 | 1,182 |
| 2008 | 1,069 |
| 2009 | 1,075 |
| 2010 | 901 |
| 2011 | 800 |
| 2012 | 791 |
| 2013 | 655 |
| 2014 | 567 |
| 2015 | 517 |
| 2016 | 413 |
| 2017 | 390 |
| 2018 | 282 |
| 2019 | 267 |
| 2020 | 234 |
| 2021 | 209 |
| 2022 | 188 |
| 2023 | 159 |
| 2024 | 151 |