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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Of the Tiber (river)
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- ty-BEER-ee-us
Tiberius is a Latin name meaning "of the Tiber," the river. It's pronounced ty-BEER-ee-us, and it has a distinctive, classical sound that few other boys' names share.
Meaning & Origin of Tiberius
Meaning: Of the Tiber (river).
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Tiberius
ty-BEER-ee-usIPA /taɪˈbɪər.i.əs/
Popularity of Tiberius
In the U.S., Tiberius peaked at #1521 in 2015, when 109 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #2585, with 52 babies, so it remains a rarely heard name.
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FAQ
What does the name Tiberius mean?
Of the Tiber (river). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Tiberius?
Tiberius is pronounced ty-BEER-ee-us (IPA: /taɪˈbɪər.i.əs/).
Is Tiberius a popular name right now?
Tiberius peaked at #1521 in 2015 and is ranked #2585 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1992–2024.)
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