Rising since 2008, #2,258 for boys today.
Popularity of Taim since 2008
Babies named Taim per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2018, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Taim's real moment was 2025.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 16 |
| 2010s | 340 |
| 2020s | 307 |
Meaning & origin
Taim is a rare and modern name in the United States, first recorded in 2008. Its origin is uncertain, but it likely draws from Arabic or Turkic roots. The name has been steadily rising in popularity since 2010, reflecting a trend toward short, distinctive names. In 2025, Taim ranked 2258, with about 1 in 27,550 boys given the name. Its peak year was also 2025, and it has been most popular in the states of Illinois, Ohio, and Florida. The name's simplicity and strong sound appeal to parents seeking a unique yet accessible choice.
Taim is a name of debated origin. It may be a variant of Taimur, a Turkic name meaning 'iron', famously borne by the Central Asian conqueror Timur. Alternatively, it could be a short form of Taimullah, an Arabic name meaning 'servant of God', or a standalone Arabic name meaning 'servant'. The name has seen use in Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities.
Where Taim is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Taim” around the world
Where Taim lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
35
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tai
Sibling names for Taim
Names that share Taim's style, for a brother or sister.
