Taiga: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: t-ah-eeg-ah
Origin: Japan
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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: East Asia
Meaning: Large river

Taiga is a versatile name with multiple origins and meanings. The name Taiga refers to both the snow forest of the Arctic regions and can also mean 'large river'in Japanese, making it an evocative nature name. It is also a unisex Japanese name, meaning "large river, " and has been associated with the word "tiger" due to its phonetic similarity. The name has gained popularity in recent particularly, and is known for its unique and adventurous connotations. Taiga debuted in the charts in 2022 and has been steadily rising in popularity. Its use has changed over time, shifting from a primarily geographical term to a personal name with cultural and linguistic significance.

Taiga Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Taiga is currently #15016 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Taiga is currently #6457 on Kiindred Boy Names

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