This list includes 22 Polish boy names that start with T, from “Tadeusz” to “Tytus”. These names range from traditional and historical to modern choices, useful for parents and cultural researchers.

Polish boy names that start with T are male given names used in Poland beginning with the letter T. Many come from Slavic, Latin, or Biblical roots, for example “Tadeusz” links to Thaddaeus.

Below you’ll find the table with Name, Pronunciation, IPA, Meaning/Origin, and Diminutive.

Name: The standard Polish form of each given name, so you can identify official and commonly used variants quickly.

Pronunciation: A simple English-friendly respelling that helps you say each name aloud without knowing Polish phonetics.

IPA: The IPA transcription shows exact sounds if you want a precise pronunciation reference for linguistic accuracy.

Meaning/Origin: A concise one-line meaning and origin note gives cultural context and helps you judge a name’s background.

Diminutive: Common diminutives or nicknames appear when widely used, so you see familiar everyday versions of each name.

Polish boy names that start with T

NameDiminutive(s)PronunciationMeaning
TomaszTomek, TomTOH-mash /ˈtɔmaʂ/Polish form of Thomas; “twin”
TadeuszTadek, Tadziota-DEH-oosh /taˈdɛu̯ʂ/Polish form of Thaddeus; Aramaic origin
TeodorTeo, Teodorekteh-OH-dor /tɛˈɔdɔr/Greek; “gift of God”
TeofilTeoteh-OH-fil /tɛˈɔfil/Greek Theophilos; “friend of God”
TymoteuszTymek, Tymtih-mo-TEH-oosh /tɨmɔˈtɛu̯ʂ/Greek Timotheos; “honored by God”
TymonTymekTIH-mon /ˈtɨmɔn/Greek Timon; “one who honors”
TobiaszTobek, Tobitoh-BYASH /tɔˈbjaʂ/Hebrew Tobiah; “God is good”
TytusTytekTIH-tus /ˈtɨtus/Latin Titus; “honorable”
TycjanTIT-syan /ˈtɨt͡sjan/From Latin Titianus; related to painter Titian
Tercjuszter-CYOO-sh /tɛrˈt͡sjuʂ/From Latin Tertius; “third”
Telesforteh-LES-for /tɛˈlɛsfɔr/Greek (Telesphorus); “bringing fulfillment”
Tyberiusztih-beh-RYOO-sh /tɨbɛˈrjusz/From Latin Tiberius; relating to the Tiber River
Twardomirtvahr-DOH-meer /tvarˈdɔmir/Old Slavic: “firm/strong” + “peace/glory”
Teobaldteh-OH-balt /tɛˈɔbalt/From Germanic Theobald; “people-bold”
Teodozjuszteh-oh-doh-ZYOOSH /tɛɔdɔˈzjusz/From Greek Theodosios; “given by God”
Terencjuszteh-REN-choosh /tɛrɛnˈt͡sjuʂ/From Latin Terentius; Roman family name
TristanTrisTRIS-tan /ˈtrɪstan/Celtic origin; traditionally “sorrowful”
TarasTAH-ras /ˈtaras/Ukrainian/Greek origin; linked to Taras Shevchenko
TomasławTomektoh-mah-SWAHF /tɔmaˈswaf/Slavic compound “Toma” + “sław” (glory)
TomisławTomitoh-mee-SWAHF /tɔmiˈswaf/Slavic compound “Tom(i)” + “sław” (glory)
TybalTEE-balt /ˈtɨbalt/Polish form of Tybalt/Teobaldo; Germanic origin
Trojantroh-YAN /trɔˈjan/From Troy; classical/Latin origin

Descriptions

Tomasz
Very common Polish form of Thomas, used for centuries. Tomek is the everyday diminutive and widely familiar.
Tadeusz
Traditional, strongly rooted Polish name with literary and historical resonance, especially popular in the 20th century.
Teodor
Classic biblical name used historically and today; Teo is a common short form among families.
Teofil
A rare but traditional name seen in older records and among parents seeking classical or religious names.
Tymoteusz
Biblical name that shortens naturally to Tymek; familiar and increasingly used in modern Poland.
Tymon
Short, classical-sounding name found in literature and contemporary use; Tymek doubles as a friendly diminutive.
Tobiasz
Biblical name with a long tradition in Poland; Tobek is the usual affectionate form.
Tytus
Ancient Roman name common in church and literature; Tytek is a playful diminutive used informally.
Tycjan
Polish form of Titian, occasionally chosen for its artistic associations and classical feel.
Tercjusz
Uncommon classical name of Roman origin, attested historically and occasionally revived today.
Telesfor
Rare, archaic saint’s name that appears in church calendars and historical records.
Tyberiusz
A formal, classical Roman name used rarely in Poland; gives a distinctive, antique tone.
Twardomir
An archaic Slavic name attested in medieval records; appeals to parents wanting strong, historic Slavic names.
Teobald
Medieval Germanic name recorded in Polish sources; rare today but historically attested.
Teodozjusz
Very rare and archaic; mainly found in historical or ecclesiastical contexts.
Terencjusz
Classical name connected to Roman literature, seldom used but known from historical records.
Tristan
Borrowed from Western European tradition and used in modern Poland for literary or romantic flair.
Taras
Name of Ukrainian origin that appears in Poland, especially in border regions and among Slavic names enthusiasts.
Tomasław
A compound Slavic-style name merging Tomasz with -sław; rare but attested and sounding traditionally Slavic.
Tomisław
Rare, old-fashioned Slavic construction; found in historical records and sometimes revived for its archaic charm.
Tybal
Literary name known from Shakespeare’s Tybalt; uncommon in Poland but present in translations and historical lists.
Trojan
Archaic, classical-style name that appears in old Polish records and hagiographies; chosen rarely today.
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