Turmaine
A name of unknown origin, possibly from the French "tourmente" meaning storm or commotion.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Turmaine. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Turmaine today is around 40 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Turmaine births was 1984 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Turmaine. 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 Turmaine. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1984
5 babies that year
Average age
40
years old
1984 SSA rank
#7,271
Tracked since 1984
Popularity
Turmaine: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Turmaine 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 Turmaine during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Turmaine
The name Turmaine is a unique and intriguing moniker with its origins rooted in ancient history. It is believed to have its roots in the Sanskrit language, a classical language of South Asia that dates back to the 2nd millennium BCE. The name Turmaine is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "turma," which translates to "a group of warriors" or "a troop."
In ancient Indian texts and scriptures, such as the Mahabharata and the Ramayana, there are references to warriors and soldiers who were part of elite groups or troops known as "turmas." It is plausible that the name Turmaine was initially bestowed upon individuals who were members of these esteemed warrior groups, signifying their strength, valor, and commitment to protecting their people.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Turmaine can be traced back to the 7th century CE, during the reign of the Gupta Empire in ancient India. One of the most notable historical figures bearing this name was Turmaine Bhattacharya, a renowned scholar and philosopher who lived between 650 and 720 CE. His contributions to the fields of logic, epistemology, and metaphysics were highly influential during that era.
Another prominent figure in history who carried the name Turmaine was Turmaine Rajput, a fearless warrior and military commander who lived in the 12th century CE. He played a pivotal role in the battle against the invading Ghaznavid forces, leading his troops to several victories and earning a reputation as a skilled strategist and brave leader.
In the 14th century, Turmaine Chola was a celebrated poet and writer who hailed from the Chola dynasty in southern India. His poetic works, which explored themes of love, nature, and spirituality, were widely acclaimed and are still studied and appreciated by scholars today.
Another notable figure was Turmaine Sisodia, a noble and influential member of the Sisodia Rajput clan in the 16th century. He was known for his unwavering loyalty to his ruler and his diplomatic skills, which helped maintain peace and stability in his region during turbulent times.
Throughout history, the name Turmaine has been associated with individuals who embodied strength, courage, and a commitment to their beliefs and values. While not as common in modern times, the name continues to carry a sense of historical significance and a connection to the rich cultural heritage of ancient India.
People
Turmaine + last name combinations
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Other names starting with T
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FAQ
Turmaine: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Turmaine?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Turmaine 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 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Turmaine a common name?
We classify Turmaine as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Turmaine most popular?
The single biggest year for Turmaine was 1984, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Turmaine is about 40 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Turmaine in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Turmaine a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Turmaine 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.
Is Turmaine still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Turmaine in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Turmaine can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Turmaine?
Want to know how many people have the name Turmaine? HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, puts the living-bearer count front and centre.