Tremayne Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tremayne originates from the Cornish language, meaning 'settlement on the river.' It has evolved from historical forms like Tremaigne to its current form. The name is associated with traditional values and a strong sense of place, reflecting its roots in Cornish culture. It has no biblical relevance and saw a rise in popularity in the 19th century. Variants include Tremaine and Tremain, and it is currently perceived as a distinctive name linked to heritage.
The name Tremayne is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Tremayne has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Tremayne' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 872nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1118th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2165th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4116th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11362nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Tremayne' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tremayne"
Pronunciation
/trəˈmeɪn/
Origin
Cornish
Etymology
The name Tremayne is derived from the Cornish name 'Tre' meaning 'homestead' or 'settlement' and 'Maine' which may refer to a personal or geographical name.
Meaning
settlement on the river
Language Evolution
Tremaigne, Tremayne
Historical Usage
The name Tremayne gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in Cornwall, England, where it is linked to local heritage and land ownership.
Variants & Derivatives
Tremaine, Tremain
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Tremayne is viewed as a unique and traditional name, often associated with a sense of heritage and locality.
Famous People
Tremayne O'Neill, Tremayne McCarthy
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tremayne"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Tremayne"
"Tremayne" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 872nd of 10718 | 1,388 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1118th of 16616 | 1,361 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2165th of 24088 | 891 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4116th of 23106 | 303 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11362nd of 19264 | 33 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Tremayne" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
25.60% 752nd/2937 |
25.64% 893rd/3483 |
19.16% 674th/3518 |
32.76% 1325th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
30.12% 1110th/3685 |
29.09% 1302nd/4475 |
17.52% 910th/5194 |
38.90% 2457th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
42.99% 1970th/4582 |
64.60% 3336th/5164 |
28.03% 2050th/7313 |
52.71% 3934th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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66.11% 4510th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Tremayne" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Tremayne"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tremayne" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.