Thelonious Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Thelonious is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'will' or 'intention.' It has evolved through historical forms such as Thelonios and Thelonis. The name is characterized by its artistic connotation and is linked to jazz culture, particularly through the famous musician Thelonious Monk. There is no biblical significance associated with this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Thelonious"
Pronunciation
/θəˈloʊniəs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Thelonious is believed to derive from the Greek word 'thelon' meaning 'the will' or 'the intention.' It may also be influenced by the Latin name 'Thelonis.'
Meaning
will, intention
Language Evolution
Thelonios, Thelonis, Thelonious
Historical Usage
Thelonious gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in connection with jazz musician Thelonious Monk, who brought the name into the public eye.
Variants & Derivatives
Theo, Lonnie
Modern Popularity & Image
Thelonious is viewed as a unique and artistic name, often associated with creativity and individuality due to its association with jazz culture.
Famous People
Thelonious Monk, Thelonious Kelly
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 23 peak births in 2017
Geographic Spread
Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Thelonious"
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 "Thelonious"
"Thelonious" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5842nd of 7552 | 18 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5973rd of 10718 | 43 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10292nd of 16616 | 30 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7307th of 24088 | 149 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5215th of 23106 | 215 |
Regional Popularity of "Thelonious" 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) |
- | - | - |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
53.44% 3354th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Thelonious" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Thelonious"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Thelonious" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Thelonious" in the United States
The name Thelonious is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Thelonious has been stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Thelonious' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5842nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5973rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10292nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7307th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5215th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Thelonious' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.