Taz Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtaz / /tæz/English; Arabic
Meaning
English: short form of names like Tazmanian; Arabic: 'courageous'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Taz is often associated with the Tasmanian Devil character from Warner Bros. cartoons. It has gained popularity as a nickname or diminutive form of longer names. In some cultures, it is also linked to the Arabic word for courage, adding a layer of meaning.
Trend Summary
The name Taz has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often used as a nickname.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tazzy
International Variants
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Famous people named Taz
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Fictional characters named Taz
Taz is a character from the Looney Tunes franchise, known for his wild and chaotic behavior.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Taz was first seen in the United States in 1960. Taz has ranked as high as #1221 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in Texas, Ohio, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Taz has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Taz (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| WA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1993 | 26 |
| 1994 | 25 |
| 1995 | 25 |
| 1996 | 21 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 21 |