Truman
Truman is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Trusty man or faithful man.
Origin and history
Truman is an English surname turned given name meaning 'trusty man' or 'loyal man'. Historically associated with U.S. President Harry S. Truman, it experienced a resurgence in popular culture following the 1998 film The Truman Show. Today, it remains a recognized, vintage choice for modern American boys.
Popularity in the United States
15,947 babies in the United States have been named Truman since 1880. It ranks #938 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1254.
States where it is most popular
- TX (17.4 %)
- MO (9.2 %)
- CA (7.2 %)
- KY (5.2 %)
- OK (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 155 |
| 1890-1900 | 167 |
| 1900-1910 | 276 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,590 |
| 1920-1930 | 2,334 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,891 |
| 1940-1950 | 2,302 |
| 1950-1960 | 672 |
| 1960-1970 | 571 |
| 1970-1980 | 490 |
| 1980-1990 | 386 |
| 1990-2000 | 805 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,662 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,928 |
| 2020-2029 | 718 |
Famous people named Truman
- Truman Capote: Author, Playwright
Nicknames
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Fun facts
- The name gained widespread prominence in the U.S. through Harry S. Truman, the 33rd President of the United States.
- The 1998 satirical comedy-drama film The Truman Show prominently featured the name in modern American culture.