Taevin
Of uncertain origin and meaning, possibly a combination of roots relating to lion and victory.
Name Census estimates that about 106 living Americans carry the first name Taevin. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Taevin today is around 17 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Taevin births was 2008 (17 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Taevin. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
106
~ 1 in 3,233,531 Americans
Peak year
2008
17 babies that year
Average age
17
years old
2016 SSA rank
#9,563
Tracked since 2001
Popularity
Taevin: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Taevin from the 2000s through to the 2010s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 57 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Taevin by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Taevin during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Taevin
The name Taevin is believed to have its origins in the Celtic languages, specifically deriving from the Old Welsh and Old Breton words "tav" or "tev," meaning "silent" or "quiet," and the suffix "-in," indicating a diminutive form or endearment. This suggests that the name Taevin may have originally been used to refer to a quiet or reserved individual.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Taevin can be traced back to medieval Wales and Brittany, where it was primarily used as a masculine given name. In the 12th century, a Welsh poet named Taevin ap Gwilym is mentioned in several historical records, indicating the existence of the name during that era.
One of the earliest notable individuals bearing the name Taevin was a Breton nobleman and military leader, Taevin de Rohan (c. 1225-1304), who fought in the Breton War of Succession during the late 13th century. His exploits and valor in battle were documented in various chronicles of the time.
In the 15th century, a Welsh monk and scribe named Taevin Vaughan (c. 1420-1485) was known for his meticulously crafted manuscripts, some of which are still preserved in libraries and museums today. His calligraphic works are considered masterpieces of the era.
During the Renaissance period, a French poet and playwright named Taevin Durand (c. 1560-1622) gained recognition for his lyrical works and contributions to the French literary scene. His poetry collections were widely circulated and celebrated during his lifetime.
Another notable figure was Taevin O'Connor (c. 1710-1782), an Irish soldier and explorer who served in the British Army and was renowned for his expeditions into the American colonies. His journals and accounts of his travels provided valuable insights into the landscape and indigenous peoples of the time.
While the name Taevin has its roots in Celtic cultures, it has also been adopted and used in various other regions and contexts over the centuries, albeit with varying spellings and pronunciations. The name's association with quietness and reserve has persisted in many cultures, contributing to its unique identity and historical significance.
People
Taevin + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Taevin as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Taevin: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Taevin?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 106 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Taevin going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 3,233,531 US residents.
Is Taevin a common name?
We classify Taevin as "Very Rare". It ranks above 65.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 107 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Taevin most popular?
The single biggest year for Taevin was 2008, when 17 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Taevin is about 17 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Taevin in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Taevin a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Taevin in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Taevin still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Taevin in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Taevin can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Taevin?
If you just want to know how many Americans are named Taevin, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.