Taryn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Taryn is a modern English name derived from a combination of Tara and Erin, suggesting meanings related to earth and peace. It evolved from these historical forms and has become a popular choice for girls in recent decades. The name is associated with positive traits such as strength and femininity, though it does not have biblical relevance.
The name Taryn is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Taryn has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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, 'Taryn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7201st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6193rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3755th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4112th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7581st out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1505th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 777th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 392nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 496th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1337th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Taryn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Taryn"
Pronunciation
/ˈtɛərɪn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Taryn is believed to be a blend of the names Tara and Erin, combining elements that suggest a connection to the earth and the Irish word for 'peace'.
Meaning
Earth, peace
Language Evolution
Tara, Erin
Historical Usage
The name Taryn gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern feminine name.
Variants & Derivatives
Tara, Erin, Tarynn
Modern Popularity & Image
Taryn is perceived as a contemporary and unique name, often associated with strength and femininity.
Famous People
Taryn Manning - American actress and singer, Taryn Southern - American YouTuber and singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Taryn"
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 "Taryn"
"Taryn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7201st of 7552 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6193rd of 10718 | 39 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3755th of 16616 | 221 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4112th of 24088 | 345 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7581st of 23106 | 122 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1505th of 12526 | 906 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 777th of 19264 | 2,917 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 392nd of 27321 | 10,212 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 496th of 35406 | 9,511 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1337th of 30306 | 2,104 |
Regional Popularity of "Taryn" 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) |
- | - | - |
60.06% 3794th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Taryn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
58.60% 1305th/2227 |
39.01% 948th/2430 |
63.13% 1801st/2853 |
43.57% 1209th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
27.75% 815th/2937 |
17.28% 602nd/3483 |
29.85% 1050th/3518 |
16.37% 662nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
9.82% 362nd/3685 |
7.80% 349th/4475 |
9.11% 473rd/5194 |
5.79% 366th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
8.53% 391st/4582 |
10.53% 544th/5164 |
8.01% 586th/7313 |
6.73% 502nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
26.36% 1050th/3984 |
34.21% 1535th/4487 |
21.14% 1442nd/6822 |
24.33% 1527th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Taryn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Taryn" 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.