Taimane
A girl's name of Samoan origin with 181 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Among U.S. girl's names, Taimane currently holds position #13281. It is known but far from saturated — a name that registers without repeating.
With records spanning 2003 to 2024, Taimane has a focused history that reflects a particular moment in naming culture rather than a centuries-old tradition.
In the most recent SSA release, Taimane ranks #13281 among U.S. girl names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Taimane is a girl's baby name of Samoan origin, from the Samoan word meaning 'diamond,' borrowed from the English through Samoan phonetics. It is a popular name in Samoa and among Pacific Islander communities, evoking brightness and precious strength.
Taimane is widely known through Taimane Gardner, the Hawaiian ukulele virtuoso — a name now associated with breathtaking artistry and Pacific grace.
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Names travel. They cross oceans, change spelling, shift pronunciation, and accumulate new associations with each culture that adopts them. Taimane is rooted in the Samoan tradition, but its presence in American naming since 2003 means it has been shaped by English phonetics, local customs, and the cultural context of the families who chose it.
Taimane’s rarity (181 recorded births) may indicate it is strongly tied to a specific cultural community or family tradition, rather than part of the broader American naming mainstream.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Taimane has 20+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2003.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 34 | #12441 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 91 | #12339 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 56 | #12183 | — |
The Story of Taimane
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2011, Taimane is a name that defines a generation. Girls named Taimane are most likely born between 2003 and 2021.
How rare is Taimane?
Only about 1 in every 514,286 babies born in 2024 was named Taimane — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2003, peaked in the 2010s with 91 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Taimane by the numbers
- Would fill 4 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(20 years, 2003–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7 | #13281 |
| 2023 | 12 | #8921 |
| 2022 | 10 | #10309 |
| 2020 | 5 | #17252 |
| 2019 | 6 | #15357 |
| 2018 | 9 | #11333 |
| 2017 | 6 | #15725 |
| 2016 | 6 | #16028 |
| 2015 | 11 | #10078 |
| 2014 | 7 | #14409 |
| 2013 | 12 | #9557 |
| 2012 | 12 | #9658 |
| 2011 | 13 | #9089 |
| 2010 | 9 | #12151 |
| 2009 | 10 | #11377 |
| 2008 | 9 | #12476 |
| 2007 | 8 | #13800 |
| 2006 | 12 | #9845 |
| 2005 | 11 | #10045 |
| 2003 | 6 | #15554 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2003–2024