Triston Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationTRIS-tun / /ˈtrɪstən/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: tumult; English: derived from Tristan
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Triston is derived from the Latin name 'Tristanus', which is associated with the legend of Tristan and Isolde, a tale of tragic romance from medieval literature. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the 20th century. The name is often linked to themes of adventure and chivalry.
Trend Summary
Triston has seen a moderate level of popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tristan
- Tristian
International Variants
- Tristan (French)
- Tristão (Portuguese)
Famous people named Triston
Triston McKenzie is a professional baseball pitcher known for his performance in Major League Baseball.
Triston Casas is a professional baseball player recognized for his role in the Boston Red Sox organization.
Triston Taylor is a notable figure in the field of music production.
Triston Hodge is a professional rugby player who has played in various international competitions.
Fictional characters named Triston
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Triston was first seen in the United States in 1972. Triston has ranked as high as #636 nationally, which occurred in 1996, and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, California, Georgia, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Triston has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Triston (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 | |
| IN | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 16 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 14 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1981 | 26 |
| 1982 | 56 |
| 1983 | 40 |
| 1984 | 44 |
| 1985 | 64 |
| 1986 | 52 |
| 1987 | 59 |
| 1988 | 52 |
| 1989 | 58 |
| 1990 | 53 |
| 1991 | 53 |
| 1992 | 72 |
| 1993 | 40 |
| 1994 | 48 |
| 1995 | 372 |
| 1996 | 726 |
| 1997 | 666 |
| 1998 | 656 |
| 1999 | 501 |
| 2000 | 539 |
| 2001 | 508 |
| 2002 | 516 |
| 2003 | 455 |
| 2004 | 492 |
| 2005 | 510 |
| 2006 | 538 |
| 2007 | 481 |
| 2008 | 547 |
| 2009 | 480 |
| 2010 | 442 |
| 2011 | 371 |
| 2012 | 348 |
| 2013 | 296 |
| 2014 | 259 |
| 2015 | 218 |
| 2016 | 160 |
| 2017 | 142 |
| 2018 | 117 |
| 2019 | 86 |
| 2020 | 68 |
| 2021 | 83 |
| 2022 | 56 |
| 2023 | 48 |
| 2024 | 56 |