Declining since 1996, #3,949 for boys today.
Popularity of Taron since 1963
Babies named Taron per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 33 |
| 1970s | 231 |
| 1980s | 488 |
| 1990s | 646 |
| 2000s | 686 |
| 2010s | 405 |
| 2020s | 237 |
Meaning & origin
Taron is a modern American name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1963. It reached its peak popularity in 2004, ranking 3,949th, but has been on a downward trend since 1996. Today, about 1 in 63,262 boys receives the name, and it has been most frequently given in California. The name's exact origins are unclear, and it may be a creative respelling or variant of other names like Taran or Darren.
Taron is a name of uncertain origin. It may be a variant of the Welsh name Taran, meaning "thunder," or a modern invention influenced by names like Darren and Aaron. Its usage in the United States dates back to the 1960s, with a peak in popularity in the 2000s.
Where Taron is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: T
Sibling names for Taron
Names that share Taron's style, for a brother or sister.
