Taro
Pronunciation: [ t-EHR-oh ]
Taro is a boy baby name. Ranked #20,371 in the US.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Taro first appeared in US Social Security records in 1968.
Over 329 babies have been named Taro in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Taro is past its peak , currently ranked #20,371 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,371
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis