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UK boy's name

Taison

A masculine name of Japanese origin derived from the word "taiyou" meaning "sun".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Taison is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Taison popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4789, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2016, with 3 births.

This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2016 to 2021. 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.

The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Taison. 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 2022 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Taison ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales in 2021, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2016, when 3 boys were registered as Taison.
  • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Taison as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4789

2021

Births in 2021

3

Latest year

Peak year

2016

3 births

Estimated living

6

2026

Meaning

What does Taison mean?

The name Taison is a unique and intriguing one that has its roots in ancient civilizations. Its origins can be traced back to the Persian language, where it is believed to be derived from the word "taisun," meaning "falcon" or "strong and powerful." This connection to the majestic bird of prey suggests a sense of strength, courage, and nobility associated with this name.

During the reign of the Persian Empire, which spanned from the 6th century BCE to the 7th century CE, the name Taison was likely used among the nobility and warriors of the time. As the empire expanded across the ancient world, the name may have spread to various regions under Persian influence, such as parts of the Middle East and Central Asia.

In ancient texts and historical records, there are a few notable mentions of individuals bearing the name Taison. One such individual was Taison of Halicarnassus, a Greek historian who lived in the 5th century BCE and wrote about the Persian Wars. His work, though fragmentary, provides valuable insights into the conflicts between the Greeks and Persians during that era.

Another prominent figure with this name was Taison the Poet, a Persian lyric poet who flourished during the 7th century CE, under the Sassanid Empire. His poetic works, though few have survived, were highly regarded and celebrated for their beauty and depth.

In the Islamic world, there are records of a scholar and theologian named Taison al-Basri, who lived in the 8th century CE and made significant contributions to the study of Islamic jurisprudence and theology.

Moving forward in history, one of the most notable bearers of the name Taison was Taison the Conqueror, a Persian military commander who lived in the 10th century CE. He played a pivotal role in the expansion of the Samanid Empire, leading numerous successful military campaigns and earning a reputation as a skilled strategist and fearless warrior.

Another individual of note was Taison the Poet, a Persian poet who lived in the 12th century CE during the Seljuk Empire. His poetic works, known for their intricate language and mastery of form, were widely acclaimed and have been studied and admired by scholars and literary enthusiasts throughout the centuries.

These are just a few examples of the historical figures who have borne the name Taison, each leaving their mark on the annals of history in their own unique way. While the name may have evolved and taken on different forms over time, its rich heritage and connection to ancient cultures continue to imbue it with a sense of strength, nobility, and literary excellence.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Taison over time

The chart below shows babies named Taison registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2016 to 2021. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Taison, the clearest high point is 2016. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2021, compared with 3 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Taison
01223201620182021

Decades

Taison by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Taison 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
2020s #4789 3 1
2010s #4810 3 1

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FAQ

Taison: questions and answers

How popular is the name Taison in the UK right now?

In 2021, Taison was ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Taison most popular?

The peak year on record was 2016, with 3 babies registered as Taison in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Taison?

A masculine name of Japanese origin derived from the word "taiyou" meaning "sun".

How many people are called Taison in the UK?

A total of 6 babies have been registered as Taison across the 2 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.