UK boy's name
Titan
Derived from Greek mythology, representing a powerful, gigantic primordial deity.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Titan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Titan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4107, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2022, with 9 births.
This profile covers 50 England and Wales registrations across 8 recorded years from 2015 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 44% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 50 living people in the UK are called Titan. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Titan ranked #4107 for boys in England and Wales in 2023, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2022, when 9 boys were registered as Titan.
- • About 50 living people in the UK are estimated to have Titan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4107
2023
Births in 2023
4
Latest year
Peak year
2022
9 births
Estimated living
50
2026
Meaning
What does Titan mean?
The name Titan originates from Greek mythology, dating back to ancient times. It is derived from the Greek word "Titanes," which refers to the primordial deities who preceded the Olympian gods. The Titans were a powerful race of immortal beings, born from Gaia (Earth) and Uranus (Sky).
In Greek mythology, the Titans played a significant role in the cosmic struggle for power. The most prominent Titan was Cronus, who overthrew his father, Uranus, and became the ruler of the universe. However, he was later overthrown by his son, Zeus, who became the king of the Olympian gods.
The name Titan is associated with strength, power, and grandeur. It evokes a sense of awe and reverence, reflecting the mighty stature of these mythological beings. The Titans were often depicted as larger-than-life figures, representing the raw and untamed forces of nature.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Titan can be found in the ancient Greek epic poems, such as the Theogony by Hesiod, which details the genealogy and conflicts among the gods and Titans. The name has also been mentioned in various ancient Greek and Roman texts, further solidifying its association with mythology.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Titan. One of the most famous was Titan Tatius, a Roman king who co-ruled with Romulus during the legendary founding of Rome in the 8th century BCE. Another notable figure was Titan Petronius, a Roman courtier and author who lived during the reign of Nero in the 1st century CE.
In more recent times, the name Titan has been used by several prominent figures. Titan Polka was a Polish painter and illustrator who lived from 1853 to 1928, known for his works depicting scenes from Polish history and folklore. Titan Sunada was a Japanese mathematician and academic who made significant contributions to the field of algebraic geometry, born in 1936.
Additionally, Titan Feuerbach was a German philosopher and anthropologist who lived from 1804 to 1872, famous for his works on ethics and the philosophy of religion. Titan Pramudya was an Indonesian writer and poet, born in 1948, renowned for his contributions to modern Indonesian literature.
These examples illustrate the enduring legacy of the name Titan, which has been carried by individuals from various cultures and time periods, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and disciplines.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Titan over time
The chart below shows babies named Titan registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2015 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Titan, the clearest high point is 2022. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2023, compared with 9 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Titan by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Titan was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3275 | 24 | 4 |
| 2010s | #2928 | 26 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Titan
- Thomas 160,894
- Tyler 42,147
- Theo 40,594
- Toby 32,482
- Theodore 30,211
- Tommy 25,300
- Teddy 20,781
- Taylor 14,354
- Tobias 13,102
- Tom 9,822
- Tristan 9,171
- Timothy 6,200
FAQ
Titan: questions and answers
How popular is the name Titan in the UK right now?
In 2023, Titan was ranked #4107 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Titan most popular?
The peak year on record was 2022, with 9 babies registered as Titan in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Titan?
Derived from Greek mythology, representing a powerful, gigantic primordial deity.
How many people are called Titan in the UK?
A total of 50 babies have been registered as Titan across the 8 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.