Taquan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Taquan has its roots in Native American culture, meaning 'warrior' or 'strong'. It has evolved through historical forms like Tawqan and Taquana. This name embodies traits of bravery and strength and has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly within African American communities. It does not have a biblical background, making it a standalone cultural name. Notable individuals include Taquan Richmond.
The name Taquan is most popular in Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Taquan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Taquan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2061st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2761st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8082nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Taquan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Taquan"
Pronunciation
/təˈkwɑːn/
Origin
Native American
Etymology
The name Taquan is of Native American origin and is often interpreted to mean 'the one who is a warrior' or 'the one who is strong'. It reflects qualities associated with bravery and strength.
Meaning
warrior, strong
Language Evolution
Tawqan, Taquana
Historical Usage
The name Taquan has gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among African American communities in the United States, often reflecting cultural pride and heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Taq, Taqwan, Taquwan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Taquan is viewed as a unique and culturally significant name, often associated with strength and resilience.
Famous People
Taquan Richmond, Taquan M.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Taquan"
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 "Taquan"
"Taquan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2061st of 16616 | 525 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2761st of 24088 | 618 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8082nd of 23106 | 110 |
Regional Popularity of "Taquan" 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) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
21.21% 949th/4475 |
32.15% 1670th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
68.16% 3123rd/4582 |
35.22% 1819th/5164 |
31.98% 2339th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Taquan" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Taquan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Taquan" 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.