Triston Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Triston originates from the Latin name 'Tristianus', meaning sorrowful or sad, and evolved through Old French as Tristan. It carries traits of uniqueness and creativity in modern usage, with no biblical relevance. The name gained popularity through medieval legends and continues to be appreciated in contemporary contexts.
The name Triston is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Triston has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female 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 female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Triston' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4363rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 939th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 502nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1385th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8464th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10477th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Triston' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Triston"
Pronunciation
/ˈtrɪstən/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Triston is derived from the Latin name 'Tristianus', which means 'sorrowful' or 'sad'. This name is ultimately connected to the Old French 'Tristan', a name made famous by the legend of Tristan and Isolde, where Tristan is a tragic hero.
Meaning
sorrowful, sad
Language Evolution
Tristianus (Latin), Tristan (Old French), Triston (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Tristan gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly due to the romantic legend of Tristan and Isolde. It has seen various adaptations and derivatives over the centuries, leading to the modern form 'Triston'.
Variants & Derivatives
Tristan, Tristian, Trist, Tris
Modern Popularity & Image
Triston is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality. It is less common than its variant Tristan but has a contemporary appeal.
Famous People
Triston McKenzie, an American professional baseball pitcher, Triston Casas, an American baseball player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Triston"
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 "Triston"
"Triston" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4363rd of 10718 | 90 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 939th of 16616 | 1,815 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 502nd of 24088 | 8,050 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1385th of 23106 | 1,589 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8464th of 27321 | 127 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10477th of 35406 | 147 |
Regional Popularity of "Triston" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
22.99% 847th/3685 |
29.56% 1323rd/4475 |
15.88% 825th/5194 |
15.93% 1006th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
10.74% 492nd/4582 |
19.46% 1005th/5164 |
5.52% 404th/7313 |
7.69% 574th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
36.19% 1442nd/3984 |
41.45% 1860th/4487 |
16.31% 1113th/6822 |
32.30% 2027th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Triston" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Triston"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Triston" 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.