Find out how popular the first name Tucson has been for the last 1 years (from 1999 to 1999) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Tucson by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Tucson is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1999, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Tucson.

The history of the first name Tucson

The name Tucson is derived from the Spanish word Tucsón, which in turn originates from the O'odham word Cuk Ṣon, meaning "at the base of the black hill." This refers to the region's distinctive dark volcanic mountains and hills in what is now the city of Tucson, Arizona. The O'odham, previously known as the Pima, are a Native American people who have inhabited the region for thousands of years.

The area's name first appeared in written records in the late 17th century when Spanish missionaries established a mission in the region. The name Tucsón was used to refer to the nearby O'odham settlement and the surrounding area. Over time, the spelling evolved to the modern form of Tucson.

While the name Tucson itself does not appear in ancient texts or religious scriptures, the O'odham people have a rich oral history and tradition that likely included references to the region's name and its meaning. However, specific details of these oral traditions are not widely documented or available.

The earliest recorded use of the name Tucson can be found in the writings of Spanish missionaries and explorers in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. One of the earliest known individuals to bear the name Tucson was Tucson Antonio, an O'odham leader who lived in the late 18th century and played a significant role in the region's history.

Throughout history, there have been a few notable individuals with the first name Tucson, though it is relatively uncommon. One example is Tucson Smith, an American artist and painter who lived from 1892 to 1968 and was known for his landscape paintings of the American West. Another is Tucson Martinez, an American baseball player who played in the minor leagues in the 1960s and 1970s.

While the name Tucson is not widely used as a given name, it holds significant historical and cultural importance as the name of a major city and region in the southwestern United States. Its origins can be traced back to the O'odham people, reflecting their connection to the land and its distinctive geographical features.

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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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