What does the name Truman mean?

Truman is a boy name of English origin: true, faithful man.

When was the name Truman most popular?

In US Social Security records since 1890, Truman peaked in the 2010s.

What are names similar to Truman?

Names similar to Truman in origin and style include Rylan, Freeman, Harlan, Jackson, Landon.

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Truman

boy name

Origin

English

Syllables

Peak era

2010s

Today

▬ Steady

Meaning

true, faithful man

Popularity, 1890–2024

1890speak 2010s

Shape drawn from US Social Security baby-name records. Truman peaked in the 2010s.

Names that fit alongside Truman

Rylan Freeman Harlan Jackson Landon Colton

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