"genuinely, sincerely, faithfully"
Origin: Old English
Language: English
Truly
Pronunciation: [ tr-OOL-ee ]
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A whimsical word name meaning genuine and sincere
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"in truth, authentically"
Origin: English
Language: English
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The Story of Truly
Truly is an adverb turned given name, derived from the Old English 'treowe' (faithful, true) + '-ly.' It belongs to the tradition of word names — names drawn directly from the English lexicon that carry their dictionary meanings with them. The word 'truly' has been used in English since the 13th century. As a given name, it evokes authenticity, genuineness, and an honest spirit, similar to the virtue names True and Sincere.
Truly has been gaining attention as a distinctive alternative to more common virtue names, benefiting from the trend toward word names like Story, Ever, Loyal, and Brave. The name was used by Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott for their daughter Truly Madly Genevieve (born 2011), which helped introduce it to a wider audience.
Truly reflects the modern American fascination with names that carry their own definitions — names like Brave, Scout, Story, and Ever that describe character or aspiration directly. The name has a gentle whimsy about it, suggesting both authenticity ('this is truly her') and a kind of fairy-tale quality that resonates with parents who love storybook aesthetics.
Historical Record
Truly first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 963 babies have been named Truly in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Truly is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #3,074 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Truly Madly Genevieve McDermott, daughter of Tori Spelling, helped popularize the name after her birth in 2011
- The word 'truly' appears over 60 times in Shakespeare's works, often in declarations of love
- Truly belongs to a growing category of adverb names alongside names like Freely and Sincerely
Truly in Other Languages
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Vraiment (concept)
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Truly
Spanish
Verdaderamente (concept)
Popularity Over Time
#3,074
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Daughter of actress Tori Spelling and actor Dean McDermott, whose name helped popularize Truly as a given name
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,074
- Total SSA Count
- 53
- Cultural Origins
- English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
True
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Frequently Asked Questions About Truly
What does the name Truly mean?
"genuinely, sincerely, faithfully" (from Old English). "in truth, authentically" (from English). Truly is an adverb turned given name, derived from the Old English 'treowe' (faithful, true) + '-ly.' It belongs to the tradition of word names — names drawn directly from the English lexicon that carry their dictionary meanings with them. The word 'truly' has been used in English since the 13th century. As a given name, it evokes authenticity, genuineness, and an honest spirit, similar to the virtue names True and Sincere.
What is the origin of the name Truly?
Truly has Old English, English, and American origins. In Old English, it means "genuinely, sincerely, faithfully". In English, it means "in truth, authentically".
Is Truly a boy or girl name?
Truly is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #3074. As a boy name, it is ranked #30777. Truly is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Truly?
Truly is pronounced tr-OOL-ee.
How popular is the name Truly?
Truly is currently ranked #3074 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Truly?
Common nicknames for Truly include True and Rue.
What are good middle names for Truly?
Popular middle name pairings include Truly Mae, Truly Rose, Truly June, Truly Belle, Truly Jo, Truly Wren, and Truly Claire.
What are good sibling names for Truly?
Names that pair well with Truly as siblings include Blessing, Brave, Story, Ever, Loyal, and Scout.
How many syllables does Truly have?
Truly has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Truly a common or rare name?
Truly is an uncommon name, ranked #3074 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Truly
Truly is a girl name with English and American origins . The name means "genuinely, sincerely, faithfully" in Old English .
Is Truly a boy or girl name? Truly is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #3,074 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #30,777. Truly is more commonly used as a girl name.
Truly is currently ranked #3,074 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Truly has 2 syllables and is pronounced tr-OOL-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Truly include True and Rue. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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