Texie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Texie is an American English name that originated as a diminutive of Texas, which means 'friend' or 'ally' in Caddo. Its evolution includes forms like Texas and Tex, reflecting a cultural connection to Texas. The name is associated with warm traits and lacks biblical relevance. Texie became popular in the 20th century, often used affectionately for individuals from Texas, and is seen positively in contemporary contexts.
The name Texie is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Texie has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Texie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1936th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2990th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8234th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Texie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Texie"
Pronunciation
/ˈtɛksi/
Origin
American English
Etymology
Texie is a diminutive form of the name Texas, which is derived from the Caddo word 'taysha', meaning 'friend' or 'ally'. The name reflects a connection to the state of Texas and its cultural identity.
Meaning
friend, ally
Language Evolution
Texas, Tex, Texie
Historical Usage
Texie gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century, especially as a nickname or affectionate term for individuals from Texas.
Variants & Derivatives
Tex, Texa, Tessa
Modern Popularity & Image
Texie is perceived as a friendly and informal name, often associated with a cheerful and outgoing personality.
Famous People
Texie L. Beasley, an American artist, Texie Thomas, a notable figure in Texas history
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Texie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Texie"
"Texie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1936th of 9107 | 336 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2990th of 9204 | 167 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8234th of 12526 | 30 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Texie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Texie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
53.34% 1262nd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
71.44% 1681st/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Texie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Texie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.