Trequan
A masculine name potentially derived from Algonquian meaning "one who awakens".
Name Census estimates that about 832 living Americans carry the first name Trequan. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Trequan today is around 24 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Trequan births was 1999 (72 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Trequan. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
832
~ 1 in 411,964 Americans
Peak year
1999
72 babies that year
Average age
24
years old
2024 SSA rank
#14,023
Tracked since 1991
Popularity
Trequan: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Trequan from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 383 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Trequan by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Trequan during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Trequans live
The SSA's state-level files cover 7 states and territories. Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina recorded the most babies named Trequan, while Texas, New York, Florida recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 36 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Trequan
The name Trequan has its origins in the Akan language, spoken by the Akan people of Ghana and the Ivory Coast in West Africa. It is believed to have emerged around the 15th century during the height of the Ashanti Empire.
Trequan is derived from the Akan words "tre" meaning "truth" and "kwan" meaning "life" or "soul." Thus, the name Trequan can be interpreted as "truthful life" or "truthful soul." It was a name traditionally given to children born under auspicious circumstances or during significant events, as a reminder to live a truthful and virtuous life.
While there are no known historical references to the name Trequan in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it is deeply rooted in the cultural traditions of the Akan people. The earliest recorded examples of the name date back to the 16th century, during the time of the Ashanti Kingdom.
One of the earliest known individuals to bear the name Trequan was Trequan Asamoah, a renowned Ashanti warrior who lived in the late 16th century and played a pivotal role in defending the kingdom against invading forces. His bravery and unwavering commitment to truth and justice made him a legendary figure in Ashanti history.
Another notable figure was Trequan Kwesi, a respected Akan elder and storyteller who lived in the 18th century. He was revered for his wisdom, knowledge of traditional customs, and his ability to captivate audiences with his tales, which often imparted valuable life lessons and emphasized the importance of living truthfully.
In the 19th century, Trequan Boateng was a prominent Akan farmer and community leader known for his fair and honest dealings. He was widely respected for his integrity and commitment to upholding traditional values.
Trequan Mensah, born in 1901, was a pioneering Ghanaian educator who dedicated his life to promoting education and empowering young minds. He believed that education was the key to a truthful and fulfilling life, and his efforts helped establish several schools in rural communities.
Lastly, Trequan Owusu, born in 1942, was a renowned Ghanaian artist whose vibrant paintings celebrated the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Akan people. His works often depicted scenes from daily life, imbued with a sense of truth and authenticity.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have borne the name Trequan, a name deeply rooted in the cultural traditions of the Akan people and a reminder to live a truthful and virtuous life.
People
Trequan + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Trequan as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Trequan: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Trequan?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 832 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Trequan going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 411,964 US residents.
Is Trequan a common name?
We classify Trequan as "Very Rare". It ranks above 88.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 846 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Trequan most popular?
The single biggest year for Trequan was 1999, when 72 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Trequan is about 24 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Trequan a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Trequan in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.