Taj
Meaning: Contemporary name
Origin: Modern American
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #296
Total births: 225
History: Taj surged in the 2000s as a multicultural name in Australia. The Taj Mahal gives it iconic associations. Taj represents the Indian-Australian community's influence on naming.
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Look at the data
Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2008) | #91 |
| Babies named Taj in 2008 | 112 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 225 |
| Peak year | 2007 (113 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #91 |
| Years in records | 2007–2008 (2 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Taj
What does the name Taj mean?
Taj means “Contemporary name” from Modern American roots.
What is the origin of the name Taj?
Taj has Modern American origin. The traditional meaning is “Contemporary name”.
How popular is Taj in Australia?
Taj ranked #91 in Australia in 2008 — given to 112 babies that year.
When was Taj most popular?
Taj peaked in 2007 with 113 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Taj a boy or girl name?
Taj is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Tajs in registered births are male.