Taiwon
A Native American name possibly meaning "Between Two Rivers".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Taiwon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Taiwon today is around 46 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Taiwon births was 1977 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Taiwon. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Taiwon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1977
5 babies that year
Average age
46
years old
1977 SSA rank
#6,745
Tracked since 1977
Popularity
Taiwon: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Taiwon 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 Taiwon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Taiwon
The name Taiwon has its origins in the Korean language and culture, dating back to the ancient kingdoms of the Korean peninsula. It is derived from the Old Korean words "tae," meaning "great" or "big," and "won," signifying "source" or "origin."
The earliest recorded use of the name Taiwon can be traced back to the Goryeo dynasty (918-1392 CE), when it was bestowed upon nobility and members of the royal family. This name held great significance, symbolizing the bearer's connection to a prestigious lineage and the hopes of their parents for their child to achieve greatness.
In the annals of Korean history, several notable figures bore the name Taiwon. One of the most prominent was Taiwon Kim (1235-1308 CE), a renowned Buddhist monk and scholar who played a pivotal role in spreading Zen Buddhism throughout the Korean peninsula. His writings and teachings influenced generations of scholars and theologians.
Another historical figure was Taiwon Yi (1566-1628 CE), a skilled military strategist and diplomat during the Joseon dynasty. He is celebrated for his role in repelling the Japanese invasions of Korea in the late 16th century, demonstrating exceptional leadership and tactical prowess.
Fast forward to the 20th century, Taiwon Park (1901-1986) was a celebrated Korean writer and poet who helped shape the modern literary landscape. His works explored themes of identity, heritage, and the struggles of the Korean people under Japanese colonial rule.
In the realm of sports, Taiwon Kim (born 1985) is a notable figure, having represented South Korea in international taekwondo competitions and winning multiple medals, including gold at the 2010 Asian Games.
Lastly, Taiwon Choi (born 1978) is a prominent South Korean businessman and philanthropist. As the CEO of a major conglomerate, he has made significant contributions to various charitable organizations, promoting education and economic development initiatives in underserved communities.
People
Taiwon + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Taiwon 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
Taiwon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Taiwon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Taiwon 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 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Taiwon a common name?
We classify Taiwon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Taiwon most popular?
The single biggest year for Taiwon was 1977, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Taiwon is about 46 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 Taiwon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Taiwon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Taiwon 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 Taiwon still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Taiwon 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 Taiwon 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 Americans are named Taiwon?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.