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Theron

Pronunciation
[The-ron]
Gender
Male
Meaning
Untamed.
Origin
French
Greek for "hunter".

Theron Popularity Snapshot

Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 12,905 baby boys have been named Theron. The name peaked in 1966 with 180 US births that year (rank #566). In 2024, ranked #2857 nationally — 2,291 places below its 1966 peak.

Top States for Theron

Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Theron births are: Georgia (761), California (704), Texas (693).

Other French-Origin Names Like Theron

If you like Theron's French origin, consider these related names: Abelia, Abella, Acel, Aceline, Adalene. Browse all French names →

6-Letter Names Starting with T

Names with Theron's exact length and starting letter: Taavet, Tabari, Tabora, Tadewi, Tadita.

Quick Facts About Theron

1,414
French baby names in our dictionary
571
French male names
241
6-letter T-names in our dictionary
585
T-male names total
Not in registry
US SSA records — name appears fewer than 5 times in any year

Variant Forms

NameMeaningGenderOrigin
Therron Untamed. Male French

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