Taber: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: t-ahb-ehr
Origin: France
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Region Origin: Western Europe, Northern Europe
Meaning: A small drum

The surname Taber is of early medieval English origin, derived from the Middle English and Old French "tabo(u)r, " meaning a small drum. Initially, it was a metonymic occupational name for a player on the tabor drum. Over time, the spelling of the name has varied, including Tabert, and others. The name has significant historical and cultural importance, reflecting the evolution of occupations and the development of English surnames.

Taber Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Taber is currently #25090 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Taber is currently #10759 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Taber is currently #12107 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Taber is currently #5211 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
chat-overall Australian: Taber is currently #12350 on Kiindred Australian Names

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