Tay Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTay / teɪEnglish; Scottish
Meaning
English: Tailor; Scottish: From the land of the Tay
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tay is derived from the Old English word for 'tailor', indicating a profession. In Scotland, it is associated with the River Tay, which is the longest river in the country. The name has been used as both a given name and a surname. It reflects a connection to nature and geography in Scottish culture.
Trend Summary
The name Tay has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with periods of increased usage in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Taye
International Variants
- Taye (African)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tay was first seen in the United States in 1939. Tay has ranked as high as #1286 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Tay has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tay
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2024 | 9 |