Find out how popular the first name Taigon has been for the last 1 years (from 2007 to 2007) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Taigon by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Taigon is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2007, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Taigon.

The history of the first name Taigon

The name Taigon has its origins in the ancient Sumerian language, one of the earliest known civilizations in the world, dating back to around 3500 BC. It is believed to be derived from the Sumerian word "taigun," which means "strong warrior" or "mighty protector." The name was likely given to male children in the hope that they would grow up to be courageous and formidable fighters.

Taigon was not an uncommon name among the Sumerian people, particularly in the city-states of Uruk and Lagash. There are several references to individuals bearing this name in Sumerian cuneiform inscriptions and clay tablets from that era. One such individual was Taigon, a high-ranking military commander who served under the renowned King Shulgi of the Ur III Dynasty, around 2094-2047 BC.

As the Sumerian civilization declined and other cultures rose to prominence in the region, the name Taigon became less prevalent. However, it resurfaced in various forms and spellings throughout history, particularly in the Middle East and parts of Europe.

One notable figure who bore this name was Taigon of Cilicia, a Byzantine general who fought against the Arab invasions in the 7th century AD. He is mentioned in several historical accounts for his bravery and strategic leadership during the Battle of the Iron Bridge in 637 AD.

Several centuries later, during the Crusades, there was a French knight named Taigon de Montfort, who participated in the Third Crusade under the command of Richard the Lionheart. He was born in 1170 and died around 1230.

In the 16th century, a Portuguese explorer and navigator named Taigon Fernandes was among the first Europeans to establish trade routes with India and Southeast Asia. He was born in 1496 and is believed to have died at sea around 1540.

Another notable figure with this name was Taigon Zhukov, a Russian military commander who played a crucial role in the defense of Stalingrad during World War II. He was born in 1901 and died in 1973.

These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who bore the name Taigon, a name that has its roots in the ancient Sumerian civilization and has been associated with strength, courage, and military prowess over the centuries.

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