Declining since 2016, #1,290 for boys today.
Popularity of Titan since 1979
Babies named Titan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 20 |
| 1990s | 52 |
| 2000s | 758 |
| 2010s | 3,044 |
| 2020s | 1,617 |
Meaning & origin
Titan is a name of Greek mythological origin, first recorded in U.S. birth data in 1979. Its popularity peaked in 2017, and since 2016 it has been on a downward trajectory. In 2025, it ranked 1,290 with 1 in 11,312 boys receiving the name. The name is most popular in Alabama, Utah, and Missouri. As a bold, mythological choice, Titan appeals to parents seeking a name with connotations of strength and grandeur.
Titan is taken directly from the word 'Titan,' which in Greek mythology refers to a race of powerful deities who preceded the Olympian gods. The name has been used sparingly as a given name in English-speaking countries since the late 20th century, reflecting a trend toward mythological and strong-sounding names.
Where Titan is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ty, Tito
Sibling names for Titan
Names that share Titan's style, for a brother or sister.
