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Origin: Greek

Meaning: Hunter

Theron is a boy’s name of Greek origin. This name translates to “hunter”, and while its Anglicized version might be a little more well-known, Theron has a unique mythological charm. It is evocative of tales of gods and heroes, which you can share with your little one as they grow up. Some may interpret Theron as an Afrikaans name, which is famously the surname of iconic South African actress Charlize Theron. This star is famous for her roles in action films like Mad Max: Fury Road, Atomic Blonde, and Prometheus.