Taro: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A traditional name meaning great first son, honored and cherished.
- Origin
- Japanese
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #10653
- Peak
- #2645 in 1919
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Taro Means
Taro is a boy name of Japanese origin. A traditional name meaning great first son, honored and cherished.
How Popular Taro Is
Taro currently ranks #10653 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2645 in 1919. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Taro
- Taro is a name from the Japanese naming tradition.
- It's a timeless classic that never goes out of style.
Names Like Taro
Other Japanese names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Taro
Japanese names that pair well as a brother or sister to Taro.
Questions About Taro
What does Taro mean?
Taro is a boy name of Japanese origin. A traditional name meaning great first son, honored and cherished.
How popular is Taro?
Taro currently ranks #10653 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2645 in 1919. It has held steady.
Where does Taro come from?
Taro comes from Japanese roots. Taro is a name from the Japanese naming tradition.
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