Find out how popular the first name Taka has been for the last 5 years (from 1976 to 1980) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Taka by gender

Based on the last 5 years of data, Taka is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1980, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Taka.

The history of the first name Taka

The name Taka is thought to have originated in Sanskrit, one of the oldest languages of the Indian subcontinent. It dates back to at least the 8th century BCE and may be derived from the Sanskrit word "takka," meaning "weight" or "value." Alternatively, it could stem from the word "taka," referring to a type of Indian currency used in medieval times.

In Hindu mythology, Taka is a name associated with Lord Brahma, the creator of the universe. It is mentioned in the ancient Vedic scriptures, specifically the Upanishads, which are philosophical texts that form the theoretical basis for the Hindu religion.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Taka was Taka Bijju, a 12th-century Buddhist monk and scholar from present-day Bangladesh. He is known for his contributions to the spread of Buddhism in the region and for his translations of Buddhist texts from Sanskrit to the local language.

Taka Fukushima (1580-1650) was a Japanese samurai and military strategist who served under the renowned Tokugawa Ieyasu during the Sengoku period. He played a crucial role in the Battle of Sekigahara, which marked the beginning of the Tokugawa Shogunate in Japan.

In the realm of literature, Taka Tamura (1915-2008) was a Japanese poet and essayist known for his works that explored themes of nature, spirituality, and the human condition. He was awarded several prestigious literary prizes, including the Japan Art Academy Prize and the Order of Culture.

In the modern era, Taka Hirose (born 1976) is a Japanese actress and singer who has appeared in numerous films, television series, and stage productions. She is also an accomplished voice actress and has lent her voice to various anime and video game characters.

Another notable figure is Taka Higashino (born 1958), a Japanese author of crime fiction and mystery novels. He has written numerous bestselling books, and several of his works have been adapted into films and television series, both in Japan and internationally.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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