Find out how popular the first name Tres has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Tres by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Tres is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 99% of people named Tres being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 18 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Tres.

The history of the first name Tres

The name Tres is derived from the Spanish word for the number three, "tres". It is a relatively modern name that first emerged in the 20th century, likely as a nickname or shortened form of a longer Spanish name containing the number three.

While the name itself does not have any deep historical roots or references in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it may have been inspired by the cultural significance of the number three in various traditions. For example, in Christianity, the Holy Trinity represents the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, while in many mythologies and folklore, the number three is often associated with concepts such as balance, harmony, and completeness.

One of the earliest recorded uses of Tres as a given name can be found in the case of Tres Navarre, a fictional character created by author Rick Riordan in his mystery novel series of the same name. The first book, "Big Red Tequila," was published in 1997.

Throughout history, there have been a few notable individuals who have carried the name Tres, although it is relatively uncommon. Here are five examples:

1. Tres Geese (1906-1980), an American professional baseball player who played for the Detroit Tigers in the 1930s.

2. Tres Pearson (1919-1995), an American football player and coach who played for the Chicago Bears in the 1940s and later served as a coach for several college teams.

3. Tres Hernandez (born 1993), a Puerto Rican professional wrestler currently signed with WWE, where he performs under the ring name Humberto Carrillo.

4. Tres Equis (born 1977), the stage name of an American rapper and songwriter from Texas, known for his collaborations with various hip-hop artists.

5. Tres Smith (born 1989), an American professional basketball player who has played in several leagues, including the NBA G League and overseas.

While the name Tres may not have a long and storied history like some other names, its connection to the symbolic meaning of the number three and its occasional appearances in various cultural contexts make it a unique and intriguing choice for a given name.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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