Taytum Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Taytum is a modern English name derived from the Old English surname Tatum, meaning cheerful or bringer of joy. It evolved from Tatum to Taytum and is associated with positive traits. It has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the late 20th century. Variants include Tatum and Tate, and it is currently viewed as a unique and creative name.

The name Taytum is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Taytum has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Taytum' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7958th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3261st out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 17086th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2574th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1161st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Taytum' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Taytum"

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Pronunciation

/ˈteɪtəm/

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Origin

Modern English

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Etymology

Taytum is a modern variation of the name Tatum, which is derived from an Old English surname meaning 'cheerful' or 'bringer of joy'.

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Meaning

cheerful, bringer of joy

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Language Evolution

Tatum, Taytum

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Historical Usage

Taytum gained popularity in the late 20th century as a given name, often used for girls, reflecting a trend towards unique and modern names.

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Variants & Derivatives

Tatum, Tate

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Taytum is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with a sense of individuality and creativity.

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Famous People

Taytum McQuaid, a notable public figure

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Taytum"

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 "Taytum"

"Taytum" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 7958th of 24088 130
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 3261st of 23106 422
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 17086th of 27321 28
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 2574th of 35406 1,043
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 1161st of 30306 2,548

Regional Popularity of "Taytum" 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)
- - 68.67%
5022nd/7313
-
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- 83.98%
3768th/4487
59.57%
4064th/6822
71.13%
4464th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Taytum" 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)
56.00%
2566th/4582
- 39.66%
2900th/7313
30.00%
2239th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
24.52%
977th/3984
46.71%
2096th/4487
18.09%
1234th/6822
16.41%
1030th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Taytum"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Taytum" 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.