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

Popularity of Truett by gender

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

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 380 male babies and 7 female babies born with the name Truett.

Yes—according to the SSA data, 7 baby girls were named Truett in 2023, despite it being a predominantly male name. We'd love to know why!

The history of the first name Truett

The name Truett is an English given name of uncertain origin. It is believed to have emerged in the late 19th or early 20th century, possibly as a variant or diminutive of the name Truehart or Truelove.

The earliest recorded use of the name Truett dates back to the late 19th century in the United States. One of the first notable bearers of this name was George Truett (1867-1944), an American Baptist minister and pastor who served as the pastor of the First Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas for nearly 50 years.

Another prominent individual with the name Truett was Truett Cathy (1921-2014), the founder of the fast-food chain Chick-fil-A. Born in Georgia, Cathy opened the first Chick-fil-A restaurant in 1967 and built it into a successful nationwide franchise.

In the field of sports, Truett "Rip" Sewell (1907-1976) was a professional baseball pitcher who played for the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Philadelphia Phillies in the 1940s. He was known for his unusual "eephus" pitch, which was delivered with a high arcing motion.

Truett Bankston (1916-1998) was an American actor and singer who appeared in numerous films and television shows throughout his career, including roles in "The Untouchables" and "The Twilight Zone."

Another notable bearer of the name is Truett Tate (1891-1962), an American businessman and philanthropist who co-founded the Tate & Lyle sugar company. He was instrumental in the company's growth and expansion during the early 20th century.

While the name Truett has roots in English-speaking regions, its precise etymology remains uncertain. It is a relatively uncommon name, but its use has persisted over the past century, particularly in the United States, where many of its most prominent bearers have hailed from.

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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