Lord, master, or tiller of the earth
Thelonious is a Latinized form of the Germanic name Tielo or Till. While its exact etymology is debated, it is often associated with the Greek word 'thelos' meaning will, or the Germanic 'til' meaning capable. It gained significant cultural recognition through jazz legend Thelonious Monk.
Less common today
Thelonious isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,365 in 2017.
Influential American jazz pianist and composer
Former Chancellor of the Ark · The 100
French actor known for the film A Little Romance
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
