Taurus
Taurus is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Bull.
Origin and history
Taurus is a masculine name of Latin origin meaning 'bull'. It is widely recognized as the second sign of the zodiac in astrology. In the United States, it remains a rare choice, occasionally given as a bold, celestial or astrological name.
Popularity in the United States
1,991 babies in the United States have been named Taurus since 1880. It ranks #2885 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1858.
States where it is most popular
- GA (18.1 %)
- TN (16.2 %)
- FL (15.9 %)
- TX (14.3 %)
- MS (6.8 %)
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 | 29 |
| 1970-1980 | 780 |
| 1980-1990 | 389 |
| 1990-2000 | 316 |
| 2000-2010 | 255 |
| 2010-2019 | 153 |
| 2020-2029 | 69 |
Fun facts
- The name originates from the Latin word for bull and is famously known as the second astrological sign of the zodiac.
- Taurus is one of the oldest recognized constellations in the night sky, dating back to at least the Early Bronze Age.