Tarquin
t(a)-rquin,
tar-quin
US Popularity:11696
Origin:Latin
Meaning:Ancient Roman ruler; From Tarquinia, Italy
A new parent seeking a historic name for their baby boy will love the Latin name Tarquin. This boy’s given name dates back to pre-republican Rome can refer to two Roman kings of the same name. Tarquin may have also referred to someone from the ancient and modern-day town of Tarquinia, Italy. Not only is this name synonymous with kingly deeds, but in modern times, it was also loved by the gifted Shakespearean actor and director Sir Laurence Olivier, who named his eldest son Simon Tarquin. Evidently, he couldn’t resist the pull of such a charming name, as he commonly went by his middle name for much of his life. Whether baby rules the world or just your heart, Tarquin is a powerful choice.
Tarquin Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Tarquin is currently #4564 on The Bump
Boy:Tarquin is currently #1514 on The Bump Boy Names
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2014
#26784
in 2014
- 3092
from 2013
Sources
WordSense, Tarquin
WordSense, Tarquinius
IMDb, Tarquin Olivier
Behind the Name, Tarquin, June 2019
Britannica, Tarquinia, Italy, July 2023
Britannica, Tarquin, king of Rome [534-509 BC], April 2018
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