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Summary

The name Truman originates from Old English with a meaning associated with loyalty and strength. It evolved from the Old English 'trum' to Middle English 'truman' and finally to the modern version. The name is linked to traits of fidelity and resilience. It has no biblical background but gained popularity through notable figures, particularly President Harry S. Truman, contributing to its favorable modern image.

The name Truman is most popular in Arkansas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation 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, Truman 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, 'Truman' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 391st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 403rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 763rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1162nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1534th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1052nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1193rd out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6237th out of 9107 names. Discover how the name 'Truman' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.