Declining since 2020, #1,539 for boys today.
Popularity of Tahj since 1989
Babies named Tahj per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 37 |
| 1990s | 672 |
| 2000s | 1,085 |
| 2010s | 1,281 |
| 2020s | 864 |
Meaning & origin
Tahj first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1989, a modern invention or respelling of the Arabic-derived Taj. It reached its peak rank of 855 in 1998, with notable concentration in Mississippi, Louisiana, and Maryland. Since 2020, its usage has been falling, and by 2025 it ranked 1,539 with roughly 1 in every 15,251 male births. The name's trajectory reflects a broader pattern of unique-sounding, often African American invented names that enjoyed a spike in the late 1990s and early 2000s. While its etymological connection to Arabic 'crown' is plausible, the name is best understood as a creative modern coinage rather than a direct import.
Tahj first appeared in the United States in the late 1980s. It is likely a modern coinage, possibly a respelling of Taj, which derives from the Arabic word tāj, meaning 'crown'. However, no direct Arabic lineage is firmly established, and the name is best regarded as a creative modern variant. Its popularity peaked in the late 1990s, particularly in Southern states.
Where Tahj is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Tahj
Names that share Tahj's style, for a brother or sister.
