Tauriel Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTAU-ree-el / /ˈtaʊ.ri.ɛl/Sindarin; English
Meaning
noble maiden (Sindarin); derived from Tolkien's works (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
Tauriel is a name derived from Sindarin, a language created by J.R.R. Tolkien for his Middle-earth legendarium, where it is used for a character in 'The Hobbit.' The name combines 'taur,' meaning forest, and 'iel,' meaning maiden, reflecting the character's connection to nature. In English, the name gained popularity through its association with Tolkien's works, which have had a significant cultural impact in literature and film.
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Fictional characters named Tauriel
Tauriel — The Hobbit.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tauriel was first seen in the United States in 2014. Tauriel has ranked as high as #1356 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Tauriel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tauriel (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2015 | 38 |
| 2016 | 32 |
| 2017 | 25 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 9 |