Holding steady, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Theran since 1924
Babies named Theran per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2008, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Theran's real moment was 1980.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 6 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 36 |
| 1970s | 37 |
| 1980s | 76 |
| 1990s | 40 |
| 2000s | 40 |
| 2010s | 26 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Theran is a rare boy's name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1924. Its peak year came in 1980, but even then usage was extremely limited. In the latest year (2025), Theran ranked #12,008 and was given to roughly 1 in 341,615 boys. The name has maintained a stable trajectory over the decades, never achieving widespread popularity. Primarily used in the United States, Theran does not show strong regional concentration in any particular state. Its origins are uncertain, and it is likely a modern invention rather than a traditional name with deep historical roots. Parents drawn to Theran may appreciate its distinctive sound and rarity, as it stands apart from more common choices.
Theran is a name of uncertain origin, likely a modern coinage. It may have been created as a variant of names like Thera or Theron, or simply as a sound-based invention. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1924, with very limited use ever since.
Sibling names for Theran
Names that share Theran's style, for a brother or sister.
