Titus

The male first name Titus has its roots in ancient Rome as well as in Sabine culture. There are also indications of possible northeastern or Umbrian origins. The exact meaning of the name has not yet been conclusively clarified.

What does the name Titus mean?

Titus derives from an ancient Roman and Sabine praenomen, with folk etymological meanings emphasizing "the venerable," "the honored," and "the worthy." It is sometimes associated with "the wild dove." The origin of the name can be found in Latin, derived from the word titulus, which is understood as an honorific title and encompasses meanings such as "glory," "merit," and "respect." It may also derive from the Latin term Titianus, meaning "honorable" or "the wild dove." The meaning "the fiery" could be attributed to the Roman Emperor Titus, who protected Rome during the eruption of Vesuvius and a fire. Titulus is also used as a title to express an honor. The name can also be found in the form of a surname. Variants include Titianus, Titas, Titos, Tito, Titius, Titian, Tizio, Tizian, and Tiziano. Female forms are Titia, Tita, Titica, Tizia, and Tiziana. The name became known through the Roman Emperor Titus, who conquered and destroyed Jerusalem, as well as through Titus Livius, a Roman historian.

Where does the name Titus come from?

The name Titus has its origins in the Roman and Latin linguistic area, meaning "the venerable." It is derived from the Latin word titulus, which means "glory," "merit," or "respect," as well as Titianus, which means "honorable" or "similar to a dove, the wild dove." Thus, the name is of Latin origin.

How do you pronounce Titus?

The name Titus is two syllables and has a distinctive structure. It is usually pronounced as "Ti-tus" [ˈtiːtʊs], with the first part starting with a long I sound that stands out clearly. The hard t in both syllables emphasizes the name, while the final s gives it a concise note. Titus radiates a classic and powerful aura – a name with a clear line and confident sound.

When is the name day of Titus?

The name days for Titus are January 26, June 22, and July 27.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Titus first appeared in the rankings in 2005, where it initially held the 579th place. In the following years, Titus was able to gain popularity and fight its way back from the realm of very rare names. Notably, Titus did not follow a classic career in the top ranks but established itself as a modern name with stable, albeit limited, presence.

Nicknames & pet names

Ti / Tinnitus / Tino / Tit / Titi / Tito / Titos / Tits / Tituline

Similar first names

Famous people

• Benjamin Titus Roberts (Bishop from the USA)
• Glen Titus Campbell (American actor)
• Titus (Roman Emperor)
• Titus Bernhard (Architect from Germany)
• Titus Brandsma (Dutch priest, martyr)
• Titus Brezovacki (Croatian writer)
• Titus Davis (American football player)
• Titus Dittmann (Entrepreneur and 'father of the skateboard scene')
• Titus Hollweg (German film director)
• Titus I Mar Thoma (Bishop from India)
• Titus Ivory (American basketball player)
• Titus Jonas (Owner of the second-hand goods center in Rocky Beach and uncle of Justus (The Three Investigators))
• Titus Labienus (Historian)
• Titus Lerner (German painter)
• Titus Makin (American actor)
• Titus Makin Jr. (Actor, dancer, singer from the USA)
• Titus Medes (Fictional Emperor of Tamriel in the video game Skyrim)
• Titus Mulama (Football player from Kenya)
• Titus Müller (Author)
• Titus Munji (Kenyan long-distance runner)