Declining since 2010, #1,663 for boys today.
Popularity of Taj since 1965
Babies named Taj per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 | 8 |
| 1970s | 45 | 450 |
| 1980s | 57 | 337 |
| 1990s | 97 | 902 |
| 2000s | 99 | 1,482 |
| 2010s | 143 | 1,718 |
| 2020s | 125 | 822 |
Meaning & origin
Taj, meaning 'crown', has a distinctive, regal quality that appeals to parents seeking a short, meaningful name. First recorded in U.S. births in 1969, it has never been among the most common names, but it has maintained a steady presence. Its peak rank of 1,663 came in 2015 (with 1 in 17,081 births), though it has since been declining. The name is most popular in states like New Jersey, Texas, and California. Taj remains a rare but stylish choice, especially among families with Persian or Indian heritage.
Taj is derived from the Persian word tāj, meaning 'crown'. It appears in the name of the Taj Mahal, the famous mausoleum in Agra, India. In Sanskrit, the word taj also carries the meaning 'crown', making the name cross-culturally significant in Persian and Indian contexts. As a given name, Taj has been used in English-speaking countries since the mid-20th century, often chosen by parents seeking a short, distinctive name with royal connotations.
Where Taj is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Taj
Names that share Taj's style, for a brother or sister.
