Thelonius

Pronunciation: [ th-ihl-OHN-ee-uhs ]

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Boy Name #28,132 Most Popular Hidden Gem 9 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Thelonius is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced th-ihl-OHN-ee-uhs.

Parents who love the name Thelonius often also consider Minnie, Cote, Rachel .

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Historical Record

Thelonius first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.

Over 21 babies have been named Thelonius in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Thelonius is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,132 for boy names in the US .

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#28,132
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Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#28,132
Total SSA Count
5

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The Thel Thely Thelie Thelo Theloy Theloie Ius Iusy Iusie Nius Thy

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Frequently Asked Questions About Thelonius

Is Thelonius a boy or girl name?
Thelonius is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Thelonius?
Thelonius is pronounced th-ihl-OHN-ee-uhs.
How popular is the name Thelonius?
Thelonius is currently ranked #28132 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Thelonius?
Common nicknames for Thelonius include The, Thel, Thely, Thelie, Thelo, Theloy, Theloie, Ius, Iusy, Iusie, Nius, and Thy.
Is Thelonius a common or rare name?
Thelonius is an uncommon name, ranked #28132 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Thelonius?
Thelonius pairs well with Minnie, Cote, Rachel, Alisha in style and sound.

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About the Name Thelonius

Thelonius is a boy name .

Thelonius is currently ranked #28,132 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Thelonius include The, Thel, Thely, Thelie, Thelo, Theloy, Theloie, Ius, Iusy, Iusie, Nius, and Thy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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