BoyJapanese origin

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)

1919: #264519191920: #490619201990: #634119902000: #901620002005: #822120052010: #805520102015: #1048220152019: #106532019#1#10653

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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