UK girl's name
Taima
A feminine Arabic name meaning "prosperous" or "innocent.".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2004. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Taima is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Taima popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2004 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4598, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2004, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2004 to 2004. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Taima is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Taima. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2005 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Taima ranked #4598 for girls in England and Wales in 2004, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2004, when 3 girls were registered as Taima.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Taima as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4598
2004
Births in 2004
3
Latest year
Peak year
2004
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Taima mean?
The name Taima is derived from the Arabic language and has its origins in the Middle East, particularly in the Arabian Peninsula. It is believed to have emerged around the 7th century CE during the rise of Islam and the spread of Arabic culture.
Taima is thought to be related to the Arabic word "tama'nīnah," which means "tranquility" or "serenity." This connection suggests that the name may have been given to individuals who were perceived as calm, peaceful, or serene in their demeanor.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Taima can be found in the writings of the renowned Arab philosopher and scholar, Al-Kindi, who lived in the 9th century CE. He mentioned a person named Taima in one of his philosophical treatises, indicating that the name was in use during that time period.
In the 11th century CE, a notable figure named Taima ibn Yusuf al-Ansari was a renowned poet and literary scholar in the city of Cordoba, which was part of the Umayyad Caliphate. His works and contributions to Arabic literature have been widely studied and celebrated.
During the 13th century CE, a prominent Islamic scholar and jurist named Taima al-Din al-Hanbali made significant contributions to the field of Islamic jurisprudence. He wrote several influential treatises on Islamic law and is remembered for his deep knowledge and expertise in the Hanbali school of thought.
In the 16th century, a famous Ottoman calligrapher named Taima al-Qahiri gained recognition for his exceptional skill in the art of Arabic calligraphy. His works are highly regarded and have been preserved in various museums and collections around the world.
Another notable figure with the name Taima was a 17th-century Moroccan scholar and traveler named Taima al-Fasi. He embarked on extensive journeys across North Africa and the Middle East, documenting his observations and experiences in written accounts that have become valuable historical sources.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who carried the name Taima. While the name has Arabic roots and is primarily associated with the Middle Eastern and Islamic cultures, it has also been adopted and used in other parts of the world due to the spread of Arabic influence and cultural exchange.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Taima by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Taima was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4598 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Taima: questions and answers
How popular is the name Taima in the UK right now?
In 2004, Taima was ranked #4598 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Taima most popular?
The peak year on record was 2004, with 3 babies registered as Taima in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Taima?
A feminine Arabic name meaning "prosperous" or "innocent.".
How many people are called Taima in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Taima across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.