Taina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Taina has its origins in Native American languages, meaning 'a place of peace.' It has evolved through various forms and is associated with tranquility. There is no biblical relevance to the name. It gained popularity in the late 20th century, especially within Indigenous communities, and is viewed positively in modern contexts.
The name Taina is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Taina has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Taina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4268th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3671st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2494th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2229th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5678th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Taina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Taina"
Pronunciation
/ˈtaɪnə/
Origin
Native American
Etymology
The name Taina is derived from the word 'taina' meaning 'a place of peace' in various Native American languages.
Meaning
peaceful place
Language Evolution
Taina, Tainah
Historical Usage
The name Taina gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among Native American communities and those influenced by Indigenous culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Tainah, Tayna
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Taina is perceived as a name embodying tranquility and nature, often associated with cultural heritage and identity.
Famous People
Taina Asili, a musician and activist known for her work in social justice and music.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Taina"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Taina"
"Taina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4268th of 12526 | 160 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3671st of 19264 | 278 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2494th of 27321 | 739 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2229th of 35406 | 1,293 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5678th of 30306 | 267 |
Regional Popularity of "Taina" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Taina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
38.90% 1355th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
20.76% 929th/4475 |
- |
55.50% 3506th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
79.11% 3625th/4582 |
16.54% 854th/5164 |
33.37% 2440th/7313 |
60.27% 4498th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
75.60% 3392nd/4487 |
70.74% 4826th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Taina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Taina" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.