Tex

At a Glance: Name: Tex – Meaning: a nickname for someone from Texas – Origin: English (American, nickname) – Gender: used for both boys and girls – Pronunciation: TEKS

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Tex began simply as a nickname for someone from Texas, and that plainspoken American origin is really the whole story — there's no hidden meaning or deeper etymology behind it. It's a short, direct name that wears its regional nod right on its sleeve. If you like a name that says exactly what it is, Tex fits that description.

Meaning & Origin of Tex

Meaning: A nickname for someone from Texas.

Origin: English (American, nickname).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Tex

Phonetic: TEKS   IPA: /tɛks/

Popularity of Tex

Tex was most common in 1940, when 67 babies received the name and it ranked #757 nationally. By 2024 it had dropped to #5019, with just 20 babies given the name that year.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1890–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Tex mean?

A nickname for someone from Texas. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Tex)

How do you pronounce Tex?

Tex is pronounced TEKS (IPA: /tɛks/).

Is Tex a popular name right now?

Tex peaked at #757 in 1940 and is ranked #5019 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1890–2024.)

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