"crown"
Origin: Arabic/Persian
Language: English
Taj
Pronunciation: [ t-AHZH ]
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A regal crown name from Persia to the palaces of India
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The Story of Taj
Taj (تاج) is an Arabic and Persian word meaning 'crown,' with Sanskrit roots (तज, taj). It traveled through the Persian and Mughal empires across South Asia and the Middle East, appearing in place names, royal titles, and personal names wherever Islamic culture flourished. The name is forever associated with the Taj Mahal — the perfect marble mausoleum built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1632-1653 as a monument to his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, whose name means 'Crown of the Palace.'
Taj is used as both a given name and an element in compound names across South Asia and the Middle East (Taj-ul-Islam, 'Crown of Islam'). As a standalone given name for girls in the West, it represents the growing trend of short, powerful, culturally rich names that carry instant meaning.
The Taj Mahal — a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Wonders of the World — is the planet's most famous monument to love. Any child named Taj inherits this association: their name is the crown, the pinnacle, the greatest of its kind. In Islamic cultures, the crown symbolizes divine authority and nobility.
Historical Record
Taj first appeared in US Social Security records in 1965.
Over 548 babies have been named Taj in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Taj is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #4,720 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Taj Mahal means 'Crown of the Palace' and was built 1632-1653 by Emperor Shah Jahan for his wife Mumtaz Mahal
- Taj Gibson is an NBA player who has worn this royal name in professional basketball
Taj in Other Languages
Urdu
تاج
Hindi
ताज
Arabic
تاج
Persian
تاج
Turkish
Tac
Popularity Over Time
#4,720
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Taj
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Taj Gibson
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1985
American professional basketball player who played 14 seasons in the NBA
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #4,720
- Total SSA Count
- 29
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Persian Indian Pakistani Muslim
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Taj
What does the name Taj mean?
"crown" (from Arabic/Persian). "royal, majestic" (from Sanskrit). Taj (تاج) is an Arabic and Persian word meaning 'crown,' with Sanskrit roots (तज, taj). It traveled through the Persian and Mughal empires across South Asia and the Middle East, appearing in place names, royal titles, and personal names wherever Islamic culture flourished. The name is forever associated with the Taj Mahal — the perfect marble mausoleum built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1632-1653 as a monument to his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, whose name means 'Crown of the Palace.'
What is the origin of the name Taj?
Taj has Arabic/Persian, Sanskrit, Arabic, Persian, Indian, Pakistani, and Muslim origins. In Arabic/Persian, it means "crown". In Sanskrit, it means "royal, majestic".
Is Taj a boy or girl name?
Taj is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #4720. As a boy name, it is ranked #1456. Taj is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Taj?
Taj is pronounced t-AHZH.
How popular is the name Taj?
Taj is currently ranked #4720 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Taj?
Popular middle name pairings include Taj Simone, Taj Grace, Taj Marie, Taj Rose, Taj Amara, Taj Leila, and Taj Dawn.
What are good sibling names for Taj?
Names that pair well with Taj as siblings include Zara, Aria, Asha, Ravi, Priya, Kai, and Suri.
How many syllables does Taj have?
Taj has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Taj a common or rare name?
Taj is an uncommon name, ranked #4720 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Taj
Taj is a girl name with Arabic, Persian, Indian, Pakistani, and Muslim origins . The name means "crown" in Arabic/Persian .
Is Taj a boy or girl name? Taj is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #4,720 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #1,456. Taj is more commonly used as a boy name.
Taj is currently ranked #4,720 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Taj has 1 syllable and is pronounced t-AHZH, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
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