Tristram
Pronunciation: [ tr-IHSTR-uhm ]
Tristram is a boy baby name. Ranked #13,279 in the US, popular nicknames include Tri, Try, and Triie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Tristram first appeared in US Social Security records in 1958.
Over 114 babies have been named Tristram in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tristram is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,279 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,279
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Tristram
Tristram is a boy name .
Tristram is currently ranked #13,279 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Tristram include Tri, Try, Triie, and Trisie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Tristram include Tristan, Tristen, Tristian, Triston, Tristin . 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