Taron
Taron is a boy's name of Welsh origin.
Meaning
Thunder.
Origin and history
Taron is a masculine name with Welsh origins, believed to derive from the Welsh word for 'thunder'. It is also considered a modern variation or spelling variant of the name Taronish or Taranis, the ancient Celtic god of thunder. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare but steady choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
2,726 babies in the United States have been named Taron since 1880. It ranks #2479 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1690.
States where it is most popular
- PA (16.6 %)
- IL (10.6 %)
- CA (10.5 %)
- NY (10.4 %)
- MD (8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 33 |
| 1970-1980 | 231 |
| 1980-1990 | 488 |
| 1990-2000 | 646 |
| 2000-2010 | 686 |
| 2010-2019 | 405 |
| 2020-2029 | 237 |
Famous people named Taron
- Taron Egerton: Actor
Fun facts
- The name is closely related to Taran, the Welsh word for thunder, and Taranis, the ancient Celtic god of thunder.
- Welsh actor Taron Egerton brought wider global recognition to the name through his starring film roles.