MallowbyNames

Taite

TAYT · of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Tate, which is an English surname meaning 'cheerful' from Middle English tait.

Peak popularity
2003
Usually for
Girls & boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Taite since 1993

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

5914200020102020Most births 2003GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
1990s4029
2000s7095
2010s05
2020s50

Meaning & origin

Taite is a modern name first recorded in the United States in 1996. It peaked in usage in 2003, indicating a brief period of interest, and has since remained stable in occasional use. While its exact rank is not available, its rarity means it has never appeared in the top 1000 names. The name is most likely a spelling variant of the surname Tate, which comes from Middle English tait, meaning 'cheerful'. As a given name, it fits the trend of adopting surnames as first names, alongside similar choices like Blake and Paige. Taite's unisex nature adds to its appeal for parents seeking a distinctive, straightforward name.

Taite is likely a modern spelling variant of the surname Tate, which derived from Middle English tait, meaning 'cheerful' or 'lively'. As a given name, it emerged in the late 20th century, reflecting a trend of using surnames as first names. It has seen modest use in the United States since the 1990s.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Tait

Variants: Tate

Sibling names for Taite

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

Sisters: Blake, Paige, Reese, Sage, Jade

Brothers: Cole, Reid, Grant, Blake, Gage

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Taite mean?
Taite is of uncertain origin. It is likely a variant of the English surname Tate, which means 'cheerful' from Middle English tait.
How popular is the name Taite?
Taite has not been ranked in the top 1000 names in the United States since records began. It first appeared in 1996 and peaked in 2003, though exact ranking data is not available.
Is Taite a boy's or girl's name?
Taite is considered unisex, though it has been used slightly more often for boys in the United States.