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About Theron
Picture a name that whispers distinction rather than shouts it—that's Theron. This rarely encountered choice combines Greek heritage with contemporary appeal, offering parents something genuinely different without venturing into invented territory.
Theron feels substantial and serious, the kind of name that commands respect in professional settings while remaining perfectly accessible in casual contexts. Its two syllables create a balanced, almost architectural quality that sounds both ancient and modern simultaneously.
The "th" beginning gives it a soft yet strong opening, while the "-on" ending provides masculine weight without harshness. Unlike many unusual names, Theron doesn't require constant spelling corrections or pronunciation guides—people grasp it immediately.
This name suggests someone with depth, someone who thinks before speaking and values substance over flash. It's ideal for parents who want their son to stand out through character rather than gimmicks, offering a name that grows more impressive with time.
Popularity of the Name Theron
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Canada | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #799 | |
| 1882 | #648 | |
| 1883 | #591 | |
| 1884 | #749 | |
| 1887 | #741 | |
| 1888 | #809 | |
| 1889 | #623 | |
| 1891 | #949 | |
| 1892 | #856 | |
| 1893 | #827 | |
| 1894 | #536 | |
| 1895 | #676 | |
| 1897 | #513 | |
| 1898 | #538 | |
| 1899 | #710 | |
| 1901 | #723 | |
| 1902 | #680 | |
| 1903 | #502 | |
| 1904 | #641 | |
| 1905 | #784 | |
| 1906 | #487 | |
| 1907 | #697 | |
| 1908 | #498 | |
| 1909 | #471 | |
| 1910 | #452 | |
| 1911 | #480 | |
| 1912 | #455 | |
| 1913 | #497 | |
| 1914 | #452 | |
| 1915 | #452 | |
| 1916 | #527 | |
| 1917 | #495 | |
| 1918 | #511 | |
| 1919 | #489 | |
| 1920 | #501 | |
| 1921 | #504 | |
| 1922 | #516 | |
| 1923 | #563 | |
| 1924 | #505 | |
| 1925 | #576 | |
| 1926 | #571 | |
| 1927 | #658 | |
| 1928 | #583 | |
| 1929 | #629 | |
| 1930 | #575 | |
| 1931 | #538 | |
| 1932 | #578 | |
| 1933 | #599 | |
| 1934 | #573 | |
| 1935 | #646 | |
| 1936 | #594 | |
| 1937 | #604 | |
| 1938 | #612 | |
| 1939 | #546 | |
| 1940 | #625 | |
| 1941 | #556 | |
| 1942 | #560 | |
| 1943 | #596 | |
| 1944 | #611 | |
| 1945 | #570 | |
| 1946 | #620 | |
| 1947 | #683 | |
| 1948 | #681 | |
| 1949 | #674 | |
| 1950 | #699 | |
| 1951 | #730 | |
| 1952 | #753 | |
| 1953 | #715 | |
| 1954 | #756 | |
| 1955 | #842 | |
| 1956 | #802 | |
| 1957 | #717 | |
| 1958 | #753 | |
| 1959 | #822 | |
| 1960 | #603 | |
| 1961 | #657 | |
| 1962 | #641 | |
| 1963 | #693 | |
| 1964 | #663 | |
| 1965 | #754 | |
| 1966 | #566 | |
| 1967 | #592 | |
| 1968 | #597 | |
| 1969 | #627 | |
| 1970 | #666 | |
| 1971 | #671 | |
| 1972 | #628 | |
| 1973 | #604 | |
| 1974 | #638 | |
| 1975 | #681 | |
| 1976 | #743 | |
| 1977 | #700 | |
| 1978 | #746 | |
| 1979 | #750 | |
| 1980 | #813 | |
| 1981 | #836 | |
| 1982 | #892 | |
| 1983 | #789 | |
| 1984 | #898 | |
| 1985 | #944 | |
| 1986 | #910 | |
| 1987 | #912 | |
| 1988 | #894 | |
| 1989 | #947 | |
| 1992 | #993 | |
| 1994 | #905 | |
| 2005 | #928 | |
| 2007 | #969 | |
| 2013 | #962 |
Top names by country: United States · Canada
Variations of Name Theron
Names Similar to Theron
Nicknames for Theron
- Ther
- Ron
- The
- Ty
Famous People Named Theron
| Theron of Acragas | ancient Greek tyrant |
| Theron Benymon | American actor |
| Theron Jones | American football player |
| Theron Smith | South African cricketer |
| Theron Simpson | Australian politician |
| Theron Sapp | American politician |
| Theron Dudley | English cricketer |
| Theron Welch | New Zealand rugby player |
| Theron Shaw | American entrepreneur |
| Theron Maynard | American musician |
| Theron Ward | American basketball player |
Characters Named Theron
| Theron Hawke | character from the video game Dragon Age |
| Theron Shan | character from the Star Wars expanded universe |
| Theron LaSalle | character from the TV show The Walking Dead |
| Theron Parke | character from the TV show Billions |
| Theron Ware | protagonist of the novel "The Damnation of Theron Ware" by Harold Frederic |
| Theron Campion | character from the book "The Inheritance Cycle" by Christopher Paolini |
| Theron Sentinel | character from the video game Guild Wars 2 |