Triumph
A masculine name of Latin origin symbolizing victory or conquest.
Name Census estimates that about 94 living Americans carry the first name Triumph. It is a predominantly male name (94.7% of registrations). The average person named Triumph today is around 8 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Triumph births was 2024 (13 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Triumph. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Triumph. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
94
~ 1 in 3,646,323 Americans
Peak year
2024
13 babies that year
Average age
8
years old
2024 SSA rank
#9,761
Tracked since 2007
Gender
Gender distribution for Triumph
Triumph leans heavily male at 94.7% of total registrations, but 5 girls have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Triumph as a male name
- Ranked #9,761 in 2024
- 8 male births in 2024
- Peak: 2023 (12 births)
Triumph as a female name
- Ranked #17,433 in 2024
- 5 female births in 2024
- Peak: 2024 (5 births)
Popularity
Triumph: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Triumph from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 49 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Triumph 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 Triumph during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Triumph
The name Triumph has its roots in the Latin language, deriving from the word "triumphus," which referred to a celebratory procession in ancient Rome marking a military victory. This name is believed to have originated during the Roman Empire, when triumphant military leaders were honored with grand parades and celebrations upon their return from successful campaigns.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Triumph can be found in the chronicles of Roman historian Livy, who documented the triumphal processions of several Roman generals, including Julius Caesar and Pompey the Great. These accounts provide insights into the cultural significance of triumph and its association with glory, conquest, and military prowess.
Throughout history, the name Triumph has been bestowed upon individuals who have achieved remarkable feats or overcome significant challenges. One notable figure was Triumph Regained, an English Puritan minister who lived in the 17th century and authored several religious texts. His name symbolized the triumph of faith over adversity, reflecting the resilience and perseverance of the Puritan movement during that era.
In the 18th century, Triumph Bankhead, an American planter and politician from Virginia, bore this name. He was a prominent figure in the early years of the United States and served as a member of the Virginia House of Delegates. His name represented the triumph of the American Revolution and the establishment of a new nation.
Another individual of historical significance was Triumph Jones, a Welsh clergyman and author who lived in the 19th century. He wrote extensively on religious and moral topics, and his name reflected the triumph of virtue and moral principles over temptation and vice.
In the realm of literature, Triumph Vibert was a French novelist and playwright of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His works often explored themes of personal triumph over societal norms and conventions, reflecting the name's connotation of overcoming obstacles and breaking free from constraints.
While the name Triumph has not been as widely used in recent times, it remains a powerful and evocative name that carries a rich historical legacy. Its associations with victory, achievement, and overcoming adversity have made it a fitting choice for parents seeking to instill a sense of resilience and determination in their children.
People
Triumph + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Triumph 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
Triumph: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Triumph?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 94 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Triumph 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 3,646,323 US residents.
Is Triumph a common name?
We classify Triumph as "Very Rare". It ranks above 63.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 95 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Triumph most popular?
The single biggest year for Triumph was 2024, when 13 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Triumph is about 8 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Triumph a male name?
Yes, 94.7% of people registered as Triumph 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.