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Johntae

john-TAY · Combination of John and Tae, with John meaning 'Yahweh is gracious' and Tae often interpreted as 'great' or 'big' in Korean contexts, though the overall meaning is a modern coinage.

Peak popularity
2003
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Rising since 2022

Rising since 2022.

Popularity of Johntae since 1981

Babies named Johntae per year in U.S. Social Security records.

816241990200020102020Most births 2003Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1980s42
1990s84
2000s149
2010s47
2020s10

Meaning & origin

Johntae is a rare modern name that blends the well-established English John with the Korean syllable Tae. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1981, and its usage peaked in 2003, the same year that saw the highest number of babies named Johntae. Despite this peak, the name has never ranked among the top 1000 names. In recent years, since 2022, its trajectory has been climbing, indicating a renewed interest among parents. The name has not been concentrated in any particular state, reflecting its scattered and uncommon usage. As a coined name, Johntae lacks a deep historical etymology, but it represents the creative cross-cultural naming practices of the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Its meaning is derivative of its components: John, of Hebrew origin meaning 'Yahweh is gracious,' and Tae, which may be inspired by Korean names where it can mean 'great' or 'big.' Overall, Johntae is a distinctive choice that breaks from traditional naming conventions.

Johntae is a modern invented name, combining the classic English name John with the Korean syllable Tae, popularized in the 2000s. It reflects a trend of blending Western and East Asian naming elements. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1981, but saw its peak usage in 2003.

Sibling names for Johntae

Names that share Johntae's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Johntae mean?
Johntae is a modern combination name. John means 'Yahweh is gracious,' and Tae can be derived from Korean elements meaning 'great' or 'big,' but as a whole, it is a coined name without a traditional meaning.
Is Johntae a popular name?
Johntae is very rare. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1981, peaked in 2003, and has never ranked in the top 1000. Its usage has been rising since 2022, but it remains uncommon.
Is Johntae a boy's name?
Yes, Johntae is almost exclusively given to boys.