"faith, reliance, confidence"
Origin: Old Norse traust
Language: English
Trust
Pronunciation: [ tr-UHST ]
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"firm belief in reliability"
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The Story of Trust
Trust is an English virtue name, from the Old Norse traust meaning confidence, reliance, and security. This Old Norse root entered Middle English and became a fundamental concept in both spiritual and social life. Trust as a given name follows the tradition of virtue names — abstract qualities given as names to reflect parental hopes for a childs character. This tradition stretches back centuries to Puritan names like Prudence, Patience, and Verity.
Trust as a first name is uncommon but has roots in African American naming traditions that embrace virtue and faith names. It fits within a broader movement of meaningful, word-based names as parents seek deeper significance in naming choices.
In African American communities, virtue names carry deep meaning, often expressing spiritual values or parental aspirations. Trust reflects both faith-based and character-based values, making it meaningful across religious and secular families.
Historical Record
Trust first appeared in US Social Security records in 2000.
Over 347 babies have been named Trust in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Trust is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #4,270 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Trust comes from the Old Norse traust, meaning confidence and security
- Virtue names were especially popular among Puritans in the 17th century (Faith, Hope, Prudence)
- The related name Imani (meaning faith/trust in Swahili) is one of the most popular virtue names in African American communities
Trust in Other Languages
French
Confiance
German
Vertrauen
Spanish
Confianza
Swahili
Imani
Popularity Over Time
#4,270
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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One of the core virtues in Western philosophy and theology, representing faith, reliability, and secure belief
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #4,270
- Total SSA Count
- 25
- Cultural Origins
- American African American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Nicknames
Tru
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Trie
Trukins
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Frequently Asked Questions About Trust
What does the name Trust mean?
"faith, reliance, confidence" (from Old Norse traust). "firm belief in reliability" (from Middle English). Trust is an English virtue name, from the Old Norse traust meaning confidence, reliance, and security. This Old Norse root entered Middle English and became a fundamental concept in both spiritual and social life. Trust as a given name follows the tradition of virtue names — abstract qualities given as names to reflect parental hopes for a childs character. This tradition stretches back centuries to Puritan names like Prudence, Patience, and Verity.
What is the origin of the name Trust?
Trust has Old Norse traust, Middle English, American, African American, and English origins. In Old Norse traust, it means "faith, reliance, confidence". In Middle English, it means "firm belief in reliability".
Is Trust a boy or girl name?
Trust is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #4270. As a girl name, it is ranked #6300. Trust is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Trust?
Trust is pronounced tr-UHST.
How popular is the name Trust?
Trust is currently ranked #4270 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Trust?
Common nicknames for Trust include Tru, Try, Trie, and Trukins.
What are good middle names for Trust?
Popular middle name pairings include Trust Isaiah, Trust Emmanuel, Trust Elijah, Trust Michael, Trust David, and Trust Joshua.
What are good sibling names for Trust?
Names that pair well with Trust as siblings include Faith, Hope, Justice, Valor, Grace, and True.
How many syllables does Trust have?
Trust has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Trust a common or rare name?
Trust is an uncommon name, ranked #4270 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Trust
Trust is a boy name with American, African American, and English origins . The name means "faith, reliance, confidence" in Old Norse traust .
Is Trust a boy or girl name? Trust is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #4,270 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #6,300. Trust is more commonly used as a boy name.
Trust is currently ranked #4,270 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Trust has 1 syllable and is pronounced tr-UHST, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Trust include Tru, Try, Trie, and Trukins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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