Titan

At a Glance

Meaning

One of the primordial giant gods of Greek mythology, preceding the Olympians

Origin

Greek (mythological word name)

Gender

Used for both boys and girls

Pronunciation

TY-tənListen

Titan comes from Greek mythology, where the Titans were the primordial giant gods who came before the Olympians. You'll often hear that the name simply means 'giant,' but that isn't quite right: in Greek myth the Titans and the Giants (Gigantes) are separate groups of beings. It's pronounced TY-tən.

Meaning & Origin of Titan

Meaning: One of the primordial giant gods of Greek mythology, preceding the Olympians.

Origin: Greek (mythological word name).

A common claim: Often said to simply mean 'giant.' Actually: Titans are popularly equated with 'giants,' but in Greek myth the Titans and the Giants (Gigantes) are distinct groups of beings.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Titan

Popularity of Titan

Titan peaked in the U.S. at #621 in 2017, when 421 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #1016 with 219 babies, so it's less common now than it was at its height.

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FAQ

What does the name Titan mean?

One of the primordial giant gods of Greek mythology, preceding the Olympians. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Titan?

Titan is pronounced TY-tən (IPA: /ˈtaɪ.tən/).

Is Titan a popular name right now?

Titan peaked at #621 in 2017 and is ranked #1016 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1979–2024.)

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