Tidus

♂ Boy

Pronounced TEED-oos /ˈtid.us/Medium

Meaning: SunMedium

In 30 seconds: Tidus is a name from popular culture meaning 'sun,' best known as a character name from a video game.

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Origin MediumPopular Culture

MeaningSun

U.S. rank (2024)#2901 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births44 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2016

Total births (all-time)≈ 874

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Tidus comes from popular culture and is given the meaning 'sun.' It rose to recognition through fiction rather than any traditional naming line, so its history is recent and tied to that source. The bright solar gloss gives it warmth.

The two-syllable shape with its crisp 'T-' opening gives it a modern, invented feel. As a name carried into use by fans of its source, it appeals most to those who know where it came from.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Tidus is 'sun', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.

Overall data confidence 62%

Behind the Name - Tidus — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Tidus mean?

Tidus is usually explained as meaning 'sun' and is most often linked with Popular Culture tradition.

How do you pronounce Tidus?

It's commonly said TEED-oos /ˈtid.us/.

Is Tidus a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Tidus is used as a boy name.

How popular is Tidus?

In 2024, Tidus ranked #2901 in the U.S. for boys, with 44 births recorded.