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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Faithful, genuine, and loyal
- Origin
- Old English
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- TROO
True is a short, gender-neutral name with Old English roots, carrying the meaning faithful, genuine, and loyal. It's pronounced simply as TROO, and it has a free-spirited, bold, pared-down feel that works for a child of any gender.
Meaning & Origin of True
Meaning: Faithful, genuine, and loyal.
Origin: Old English.
How to Pronounce True
TROOIPA /ˈtruː/
Popularity of True
True has stayed a rare choice across more than a century of SSA records: its highest rank was #970 back in 1895, when just 7 babies were given the name, and in 2024 it ranked #986 with 228 babies.
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FAQ
What does the name True mean?
Faithful, genuine, and loyal.
How do you pronounce True?
True is pronounced TROO (IPA: /ˈtruː/).
Is True a popular name right now?
True is near its all-time peak (#970 in 1895), ranked #986 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1882–2024.)
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