The
Pronunciation: [ th-uh ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
The first appeared in US Social Security records in 1991.
Over 5 babies have been named The in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, The is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #30,972 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #30,972
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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"precious one"
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Swedish/Norwegian origin
"northern grove"
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Irish Gaelic origin
"noble, good"
#30,876 in US
Ancient Greek origin
"east wind"
#30,894 in US
English origin
"short for Buckminster or Buchanan"
#31,076 in US
Scandinavian via English origin
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#31,146 in US
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About the Name The
The is a boy name .
The is currently ranked #30,972 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of The include Theodore, Theo, Theoden, Theodor, Theophilus . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis