NAME PROFILE
Tristan
Tristan is of Celtic origin, meaning 'tumult' or 'outcry.' It is often associated with the legend of Tristan and Isolde, symbolizing a passionate and tragic love story. The name evokes a sense of adventure and romanticism, often appealing to those with artistic or poetic inclinations.
Key Stats
| Total births | 130,794 |
| Gender | Male (93% / 7%) |
| Peak year | 1996 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1962 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 25%TX — 22%FL — 18%NY — 18%OH — 17%
Notable People
Tristan Tzara (Poet, founder of Dada movement) · Tristan Thompson (Professional basketball player) · Tristan Wilds (Actor, known for *The Wire*) · Tristan da Cunha (Remote volcanic archipelago, named after the legend) · Tristan Ulloa (Spanish actor and director)
Nicknames & Diminutives
TrisTTristy
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