Tex

Meaning

From Texas; a Texan.

Etymology

Tex is derived from Texas, the U.S. state, which comes from the Caddo word 'tejas' meaning 'friends.' The name became a nickname for people from or associated with Texas.

About the Name Tex

Tex is an informal American nickname associated with Texas and Western culture. It is rarely used as a formal given name but carries strong regional and cowboy associations.

Notable Bearers

Historical People Named Tex