Taryn
Taryn is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Loud noise or thunder; modern coined name.
Origin and history
Taryn is a modern unisex name, often considered an invented variant or an Anglicization linked to Irish names like Taron or the word for thunder (torann). Although more commonly given to girls in the United States, it has been steadily used for boys as well. Its contemporary sound gives it a modern, distinct feel.
Popularity in the United States
741 babies in the United States have been named Taryn since 1880. It ranks #3935 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1880.
States where it is most popular
- CA (68.8 %)
- FL (31.3 %)
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 | 6 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 33 |
| 1980-1990 | 86 |
| 1990-2000 | 204 |
| 2000-2010 | 236 |
| 2010-2019 | 129 |
| 2020-2029 | 47 |
Fun facts
- While significantly more popular for girls, Taryn has consistently appeared in male birth records in the U.S. for decades.
- It is often connected etymologically to the Irish Gaelic word 'torann', which translates to thunder.