Holding steady, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Tirso since 1948
Babies named Tirso per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 15 |
| 1960s | 12 |
| 1970s | 42 |
| 1980s | 44 |
| 1990s | 59 |
| 2000s | 41 |
| 2010s | 27 |
| 2020s | 18 |
Meaning & origin
Tirso is a name of Spanish and Portuguese origin, likely from the Greek Thyrsos. It has been used in the United States since at least the 1940s, first recorded in 1948. The name peaked in popularity in 1993 in terms of rank, but it has always been quite rare. In 2025, it was given to about 1 in every 341,615 baby boys, ranking 12,008. Its trajectory is stable, indicating that it maintains a small but consistent presence. The name has not been associated with any particular U.S. state in top lists, reflecting its infrequent but widespread use. While its ancient roots are in Greek mythology and Christian saints, Tirso remains a distinctive choice in modern times.
Tirso is a Spanish and Portuguese name derived from the Greek Thyrsos, referring to a staff tipped with a pine cone, a symbol of Dionysus. It was borne by the 6th-century Saint Thyrsus, a martyr in Asia Minor. The name has been used in Iberian cultures since the Middle Ages, particularly in religious contexts.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tir
Variants: Thyrsus
Sibling names for Tirso
Names that share Tirso's style, for a brother or sister.
