1726 Trendy Boy Names Starting with T

From the classic ‘Thomas’ to the trendy ‘Tej,’ these T names are sure to please.

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Parents have many interesting and meaningful choices when picking baby boy names that start with the letter T. T is the twentieth letter of the Latin alphabet and is commonly used in English and other languages. It’s the most frequent consonant and the second most common letter in English writing.

Baby boy names starting with T have unique sounds and meanings, reflecting various cultures. For instance, Tyler is a popular American name from an English surname meaning ‘tiler of roofs.’ It has been in the US’s top 1000 baby names for many years (1).

Another great option is Tariq, an Arabic name that means ‘visitor or knocker at the door.’ In Greek culture, Theodore is a classic name meaning ‘gift of God.’ This name has been popular in the US for decades (1) and is linked to famous people like Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th President of the United States, adding historical significance.

With so many beautiful names, you're sure to find one that has a special meaning and will be cherished throughout your child's life.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Thomas	Boy	Twin
Thiago	Boy	Supplanter
Theo	Boy	Gift of God; God; Folk; People
Tyler	Boy	The tile maker
Tucker	Boy	A cloth fuller; Torment
Timothy	Boy	Honoring God
Tobias	Boy	Yahweh is good
Tyson	Boy	High spirited; Firebrand; Son of Tyson
Tripp	Boy	Three; Third; To Stumble; To dance; A journey
Tadeo	Boy	Heart; Gift of God

Trey	Boy	Three
Tony	Boy	Priceless; Flourishing
Ty	Boy	Rock; Sharp; Silk
Tommy	Boy	Twin
Trace	Boy	Domain or region belonging to Thracius; Warlike; Fighter
Titan	Boy	Giant gods; A person with enormous size or ability
Tomas	Boy	Twin
Talon	Boy	Bird's claw; To touch; Heel; Destroy
Thatcher	Boy	To thatch
Truett	Boy	Dry resinous wood; River bend

Tzvi	Boy	Deer; Gazelle; Roebuck
Teo	Boy	Gift of God
Torin	Boy	Chief; Holding fast
Tyrell	Unisex	To pull
Tobin	Unisex	Yahweh is good
Tiago	Boy	Saint James
Tylan	Unisex	Tall
Tayden	Boy	To cut
Tyrone	Boy	Land of Eoghan
Tariq	Boy	Visitor; Knocker at the door

Thorin	Boy	Thunder
Tyree	Boy	Son of the carpenter
Tess	Girl	Harvester; Late summer
Taysom	Boy	Village among the brushwood; Homestead
Townes	Boy	One who is from the end of the town
Todd	Boy	Fox
Toni	Unisex	Beautiful; Priceless; Praiseworthy; Flower
Tyce	Boy	High-spirited; Fire; Firebrand
Thor	Boy	Thunder
Tevin	Boy	Handsome; Beautiful; Twin

Tamir	Boy	Date palm; Tall
Tahir	Boy	Virtuous; Pure; Chaste
Tiberius	Boy	Of the Tiber
Treyson	Boy	A third-born son or child
Teddy	Unisex	Rich guard; Gift of God
Tytus	Boy	Title of honor
Theodor	Boy	A gift of god
Tayson	Boy	Tailor
Truitt	Boy	Dry resinous wood; River bend; Trust; Loyalty; Boar
Taha	Boy	Name of a Quranic verse

Tom	Boy	Twin; Honest; Innocent; Naive
Trae	Boy	Three
Torrance	Unisex	Hillock; Mound
Thompson	Boy	Son of Thomas
Tye	Boy	Enclosed piece of land; Large area of pasture; People
Tyrus	Unisex	Land of Eoghan; Young; Rock; Thunder
Theron	Boy	Hunt; Height
Theoden	Boy	Leader of the people; King; Ruler
Tyrese	Boy	Gift of Gods
Treyton	Boy	A settlement near trees; Three

Tydus	Boy	Title of honour
Triton	Boy	The sea; Three; Son of Poseidon
Tyreek	Girl	Invented name
Timur	Boy	Iron; Strong
Treyvon	Boy	Three; Hope
Tarik	Boy	Visitor; Knocker at the door; Strike
Teodoro	Boy	Gift from god
Theophilus	Boy	A friend of god
Thane	Boy	Landowner; Warrior
Tyr	Boy	God; Deity

Tyron	Girl	Land of Eoghan
Tadhg	Boy	Poet; Philosopher
Taron	Boy	Thunder
Trayvon	Boy	Three; Little
Ted	Boy	Wealth; Fortune; Guard
Tyriq	Boy	Kingly; Royal
Teodor	Boy	A gift of god
Tyrion	Boy	Of Tyre
Taylon	Boy	Talon; Claw; Anklebone
Tejas	Boy	Brilliance; Radiance; Light; Friend; Allies

Tyus	Unisex	Gift of God
Theseus	Boy	To set in place
Trip	Boy	Traveler
Torren	Unisex	Chief
Talha	Boy	Fruit-bearing tree
Tilden	Boy	One who is from the fertile valley
Tysen	Boy	Firebrand
Tafari	Boy	He who inspires awe
Taran	Boy	Thunder; A raft; A boat; Crossing over
Tarek	Boy	Visitor; Knocker at the door

Tiernan	Boy	Little lord
Tillman	Boy	Farmer; Plowman
Tavish	Boy	Twin; Strong; Energetic; Courageous
Torben	Boy	Thor's bear; Thunder bear
Trevion	Boy	Fair town
Tycho	Boy	Thunder; Chance; Fortune
Talen	Unisex	Claw; Talon; Anklebone
Tamim	Boy	Strong
Timoteo	Boy	Honoring God
Tiger	Unisex	Large striped animal

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Baby names that start with the letter T evoke a sense of tradition and timelessness. Whether you are looking for classic names like Taaj or Tacey, or Tad or Tahib as distinctive choices for your boy—our above list has everything to suit the parents’ taste. The T names also bring cultural and historical significance, adding more depth and making it a beautiful choice for your prince.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some unisex names with T?

Tatum meaning ‘Tata's homestead', Taffy meaning ‘beloved’ or ‘uncle,’ and Taylor, meaning ‘tailor’ are some interesting unisex names that begin with T.

2. What are some cool names that start with T?

The definition of ‘cool’ is subjective. However, some names like Trixie, meaning ‘traveler’ or ‘voyager,’ Titan, referring to the gods in Greek mythology, Thea, meaning ‘gift of God,’ and Talia, meaning ‘dew from God’ may be considered cool.

3. What are some rare names starting with the letter T?

Tiernan, an Irish name meaning ‘little lord,’ Tamsin, the short form of Thomasina and derived from Thomas meaning ‘twin,’ and Tenzin, a Tibetan and Bhutanese name meaning ‘upholder of teachings’ are some rare names starting with T.

4. Are there any cultural or religious traditions that influence the selection of baby boy names that start with the letter T?

Every culture and religion has different influences for selecting a baby boy’s name starting with T. For example, in Christianity, names like Timothy and Thomas have biblical references, while in Islam, names like Tawhid and Taymur might be used to either praise God or exemplify a particular quality. Moreover, Irish names like Tristan are connected to the rich Irish or Scottish heritage, while African names like Tafari are associated with nobility.

Infographic: Thoughtful Baby Boy Names Starting With The Letter T

Baby boy names that begin with the letter T have a sense of depth and distinctiveness. The letter T is associated with qualities such as tenacity and thoughtfulness, lending an intriguing layer to your son's identity. Explore our collection of names beginning with the letter T to choose the one that best represents your child's potential and spirit.

trendy and timeless baby boy names starting with the letter t (infographic)

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