MallowbyNames

Ta

TAH · of uncertain origin; possibly a short form or variant of names like Tamara or Tabitha

Peak popularity
1971
Usually for
Girls & boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Ta since 1971

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

61319198020002020Most births 1971GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
1970s935
1980s370
1990s6210
2000s1515
2010s00
2020s00

Meaning & origin

Ta is a modern, minimal name with an uncertain origin. First recorded in 1971, Ta has never reached broad popularity and appears in U.S. records as a rare unisex choice. The name did not appear in any specific top states, and its trajectory has been stable, reflecting very low but consistent use. Its peak year remains 1971, indicating that its highest recorded usage occurred in its earliest appearance in the data. Ta likely functions as a short form or creative abbreviation, fitting a contemporary preference for brief, distinctive names. While its meaning is unknown, its simplicity appeals to parents seeking a short, open-sounding name that is equally given to boys and girls.

Ta is a modern, minimal name that likely originated as a nickname or abbreviation. Its brevity appears in records from the 1970s, used in the United States. The name has no established historical or linguistic derivation beyond its use as a given name.

Sibling names for Ta

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

Sisters: Ma, Lea, Kaia, Tia, Naia

Brothers: Bo, Ja, Lei, Dax, Rex

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Ta mean?
The meaning of Ta is uncertain. It is a modern name that may have originated as a short form or nickname, and its brevity makes its exact meaning unclear.
How popular is the name Ta?
Ta has never ranked in the top 1,000 U.S. birth names. Its first recorded year is 1971, and its use remains very rare, with no significant trend in recent decades.
Is Ta a boy's or girl's name?
Ta is used for both boys and girls, making it a unisex name.