"honesty, veracity, reality, that which is real"
Origin: Old English treowth
Language: English
Truth
Pronunciation: [ tr-OOTH ]
Girl Name
#3,176 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
1 Syllable
A virtue name as bold and clear as its meaning
American
English
Unique
Bold
Spiritual
Minimalist
Meaning & Origin
The Story of Truth
Truth is an Old English word from trieowth or treowth, related to the concepts of loyalty, faithfulness, and reality. As a given name, Truth belongs to the long tradition of virtue names, which began with Puritan naming practices in 17th-century England and America. Virtue names like Faith, Hope, Grace, and Charity have been used for centuries, and Truth represents a bold modern addition to this tradition.
Truth is a rare virtue name that has attracted parents seeking a deeply meaningful, one-of-a-kind name. The growing trend of word names and virtue names in the 2010s-2020s (including names like Brave, Story, and Bliss) has created space for Truth as a genuine given name.
In an era of information uncertainty and post-truth culture, naming a child Truth carries philosophical weight as a statement of values. The name recalls Sojourner Truth, the abolitionist who renamed herself to embody her life's mission.
Fun Facts
- Sojourner Truth was born Isabella Baumfree and renamed herself after her emancipation, embodying truth as her life's calling
- Veritas (Latin for Truth) is the motto of Harvard University
Truth in Other Languages
Latin
Veritas
French
Verite
German
Wahrheit
Italian
Verita
Spanish
Verdad
Famous People Named Truth
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Sojourner Truth
Activist
1797
American abolitionist and women's rights activist, born into slavery, who became one of the most powerful voices for fre...
American abolitionist and women's rights activist, born into slavery, who became one of the most powerful voices for freedom in US history
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #3,176
- Total SSA Count
- 50
- Cultural Origins
- American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Rue
Truthy
Pairs Well With
Truth Grace
Truth Jade
Truth Marie
Truth Elise
Truth Renee
Truth Belle
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Truth is also used as a boy name, ranked #1506.
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Same Origin Names (American)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Truth
What does the name Truth mean?
"honesty, veracity, reality, that which is real" (from Old English treowth). Truth is an Old English word from trieowth or treowth, related to the concepts of loyalty, faithfulness, and reality. As a given name, Truth belongs to the long tradition of virtue names, which began with Puritan naming practices in 17th-century England and America. Virtue names like Faith, Hope, Grace, and Charity have been used for centuries, and Truth represents a bold modern addition to this tradition.
What is the origin of the name Truth?
Truth has Old English treowth, American, and English origins. In Old English treowth, it means "honesty, veracity, reality, that which is real".
Is Truth a boy or girl name?
Truth is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #3176. As a boy name, it is ranked #1506. Truth is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Truth?
Truth is pronounced tr-OOTH.
How popular is the name Truth?
Truth is currently ranked #3176 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Truth?
Common nicknames for Truth include Rue and Truthy.
What are good middle names for Truth?
Popular middle name pairings include Truth Grace, Truth Jade, Truth Marie, Truth Elise, Truth Renee, and Truth Belle.
What are good sibling names for Truth?
Names that pair well with Truth as siblings include Justice, Faith, Grace, Honor, Valor, and Sage.
How many syllables does Truth have?
Truth has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Truth a common or rare name?
Truth is an uncommon name, ranked #3176 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Truth
Truth is a girl name with American and English origins . The name means "honesty, veracity, reality, that which is real" in Old English treowth .
Is Truth a boy or girl name? Truth is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #3,176 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #1,506. Truth is more commonly used as a boy name.
Truth is currently ranked #3,176 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Truth has 1 syllable and is pronounced tr-OOTH, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Truth include Rue and Truthy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.