Holding steady.
Popularity of Taino since 1981
Babies named Taino per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 17 |
| 2000s | 50 |
| 2010s | 26 |
| 2020s | 13 |
Meaning & origin
Taino is an extremely rare given name in the United States, having first appeared in official records in 1981. It remains consistently uncommon, with no ranking ever achieved in the top 1000. The name's peak year came in 2008, though even then it remained exceptionally rare. Usage has been stable over recent decades, reflecting its status as a niche choice for parents drawn to its connection to the indigenous Taíno people of the Caribbean. As a modern name with historical roots, it carries a unique cultural resonance without widespread popularity.
The name Taino is a modern given name, likely derived from the Taíno people, the indigenous Arawakan-speaking inhabitants of the Caribbean islands at the time of European contact. The Taíno word 'taíno' meant 'good' or 'noble' in their language. As a personal name, Taino is a rare and recent usage, first recorded in the United States in 1981.
Sibling names for Taino
Names that share Taino's style, for a brother or sister.
