Taiwan Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtie-wahn / taɪˈwɑːnChinese; Taiwanese
Meaning
Chinese: 'Territory of the Great'; Taiwanese: 'Island'
Historical & Cultural Background
Taiwan is an island located in East Asia, known for its rich cultural heritage influenced by indigenous peoples, Chinese settlers, and Japanese colonization. The name Taiwan is derived from the indigenous word 'Tayouan', which referred to a fishing village. Over the years, Taiwan has developed a unique identity, blending traditional Chinese culture with modern influences.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Taiwan was first seen in the United States in 1969. Taiwan has ranked as high as #1039 nationally, which occurred in 1976, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Taiwan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Taiwan (1996)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 12 |
| 1973 | 17 |
| 1974 | 25 |
| 1975 | 29 |
| 1976 | 51 |
| 1977 | 42 |
| 1978 | 41 |
| 1979 | 36 |
| 1980 | 20 |
| 1981 | 20 |
| 1982 | 19 |
| 1983 | 22 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 21 |
| 1996 | 22 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 27 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 21 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |