Is Taron a boy's or girl's name?

Taron is primarily a boy's name. It is also used as a girl's name, with 90 recorded births.

When was Taron most popular?

Taron reached its peak popularity in 2004 with 78 births that year. It is currently ranked #4045 in the U.S.

How popular is the name Taron?

Taron is currently ranked #4045 in the U.S. (2024). It has been given to 2,699 babies since 1963.

Taron

A Armenian name gently fading from the charts.

Boy's name| Also girlsArmenianDeclining

#4045▼ 1319in 2024

Meaning & Origin

One of the cantons of Turuberan province of Greater Armenia.

Taron is a boy's and girl's baby name with roots in the historical region of Armenia — Taron (Tarawn) was one of the great provinces of ancient Greater Armenia, an important center of early Christian culture. As a given name, it carries the pride of Armenian heritage.

Taron gained international visibility through Welsh actor Taron Egerton, star of Rocketman and Kingsman, whose natural charisma gave the name a modern, sophisticated edge for parents worldwide. A name with ancient roots and contemporary cool.

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Popularity Over Time

Taron was #1668 twenty years ago and has since drifted to #4045, but its charm endures.

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Taron
Decade	Births	Avg Rank	Trend
2020s	210	#3058	▼
2010s	405	#3025	▼
2000s	686	#1894	▲
1990s	646	#1522	▲
1980s	488	#1446	▲
1970s	231	#2226	▲
1960s	33	#3811	—

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(60 years, 1963–2024)

Year-by-year popularity data for the name Taron
Year	Births	Rank	Change
2024	27	#4045	-21 (-43.8%)
2023	48	#2726	+4 (9.1%)
2022	44	#2909	+5 (12.8%)
2021	39	#3113	-13 (-25.0%)
2020	52	#2498	-6 (-10.3%)
2019	58	#2358	+6 (11.5%)
2018	52	#2502	+20 (62.5%)
2017	32	#3509	-1 (-3.0%)
2016	33	#3429	-2 (-5.7%)
2015	35	#3294	+4 (12.9%)
2014	31	#3522	-10 (-24.4%)
2013	41	#2840	-2 (-4.7%)
2012	43	#2809	+10 (30.3%)
2011	33	#3354	-14 (-29.8%)
2010	47	#2628	0
2009	47	#2654	-23 (-32.9%)
2008	70	#2024	+6 (9.4%)
2007	64	#2136	-10 (-13.5%)
2006	74	#1854	+7 (10.4%)
2005	67	#1916	-11 (-14.1%)

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Taron as a Girl's Name

While overwhelmingly a boy's name, Taron has also been given to 90 girls in the U.S. since 1969.

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Current rank

Total births

1982

Peak year

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Frequently Asked

Can Taron be used for both boys and girls?

Yes, Taron is used for both boys and girls. As a boy's name, it currently ranks #4045. As a girl's name, it is not currently in the top rankings.

Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (1963–2024) · Methodology