This page brings together 34 English names that start with the letter T, running alphabetically from “Tabitha” all the way to “Tyson.” You’ll find a mix of classic, vintage, and modern picks, covering names for girls, boys, and some that work well for either. People turn to a list like this when choosing a name for a baby, a character in a story, or simply to explore the meaning behind a name they like.
English names are the personal names commonly used in England and other English-speaking countries, shaped over centuries by Hebrew, Greek, Latin, Celtic, and Old English roots. Many carry rich stories, like “Theodore,” which means “gift of God” and was famously worn by U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt. These names blend tradition with everyday warmth, which keeps them in steady use today.
Below you’ll find the table with Name, Gender, Origin, Meaning, Famous Namesakes, and Description.
Name: This shows you the actual first name, listed in alphabetical order so you can quickly scan and find the one you’re looking for.
Gender: This tells you whether a name is typically used for girls, boys, or both, helping you decide if it fits your needs.
Origin: This points to the language or culture a name comes from, giving you a sense of its background and history.
Meaning: This explains what the name originally stood for, so you can understand the idea or quality behind each choice.
Famous Namesakes: This lists well-known people who share the name, giving you real examples and a feel for its public image.
Description: This offers a short, friendly summary of each name’s style and popularity, helping you judge whether it suits you.
English names
| Name | Gender | Origin | Meaning | Famous Namesakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tabitha | Female | Aramaic/English | Gazelle | Tabitha King, Tabitha Soren |
| Tamara | Female | Hebrew/English | Date palm tree | Tamara de Lempicka, Tamara Drewe |
| Tammy | Female | English | Twin (short for Thomasina/Tamara) | Tammy Wynette, Tammy Faye Bakker |
| Tanya | Female | English/Russian | Fairy queen | Tanya Roberts, Tanya Tucker |
| Tara | Female | Irish/English | Hill, rocky outcrop | Tara Reid, Tara Lipinski |
| Tatum | Unisex | English | Tata’s homestead | Tatum O’Neal, Channing Tatum |
| Taylor | Unisex | English | Tailor, cutter of cloth | Taylor Swift, Taylor Lautner |
| Ted | Male | English | Gift of God (short for Theodore/Edward) | Ted Danson, Ted Hughes |
| Terence | Male | Latin/English | Smooth, tender | Terence Stamp, Terence Trent D’Arby |
| Terry | Unisex | English | Power of the tribe (short for Terence) | Terry Pratchett, Terry Gilliam |
| Tess | Female | English | Harvester (short for Theresa) | Tess Daly, Tess of the d’Urbervilles |
| Tessa | Female | English | Harvester | Tessa Thompson, Tessa Virtue |
| Thelma | Female | English | Will, volition | Thelma Ritter, Thelma & Louise |
| Theo | Male | Greek/English | Gift of God | Theo Walcott, Theo James |
| Theodore | Male | Greek/English | Gift of God | Theodore Roosevelt, Theodore Dreiser |
| Theresa | Female | Greek/English | Harvester, late summer | Mother Teresa, Theresa May |
| Tilly | Female | English | Mighty in battle (short for Matilda) | Tilly Bagshawe |
| Tim | Male | Greek/English | Honoring God (short for Timothy) | Tim Burton, Tim Berners-Lee |
| Timothy | Male | Greek/English | Honoring God | Timothy Dalton, Timothy Chalamet |
| Tina | Female | English | Short for Christina/Martina | Tina Turner, Tina Fey |
| Toby | Male | Hebrew/English | God is good | Toby Maguire, Toby Jones |
| Todd | Male | English | Fox | Todd Rundgren, Sweeney Todd |
| Tom | Male | Aramaic/English | Twin (short for Thomas) | Tom Hanks, Tom Cruise |
| Tommy | Male | English | Twin | Tommy Hilfiger, Tommy Lee Jones |
| Tony | Male | Latin/English | Priceless, of high worth (short for Anthony) | Tony Bennett, Tony Blair |
| Tracy | Unisex | English/Irish | Warlike, from Thracia | Tracy Chapman, Spencer Tracy |
| Travis | Male | English/French | To cross, crossing | Travis Scott, Travis Fimmel |
| Trevor | Male | Welsh/English | Big village | Trevor Noah, Trevor McDonald |
| Trinity | Female | Latin/English | The triad, threefold | Trinity (The Matrix) |
| Tristan | Male | Celtic/English | Tumult, noise; sorrowful | Tristan Tzara, Tristan Thompson |
| Troy | Male | Greek/English | Foot soldier; from the ancient city | Troy Aikman, Troye Sivan |
| Trudy | Female | English | Spear of strength (short for Gertrude) | Trudy Styler |
| Tyler | Male | English | Maker of tiles | Tyler Perry, Tyler the Creator |
| Tyson | Male | English | Firebrand; son of Tye | Mike Tyson, Tyson Fury |