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Taft

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Pronounced TAFT /ˈtæft/High

Meaning: An English surname, variously 'a homestead/enclosure' and (via a Celtic root) 'a curl/lock of hair'; borne by a U.S. president; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A homestead; a curl of hair: Taft is an English surname. Crisp, modern, and warm. Routes layered.
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Origin LowEnglish, Celtic
MeaningAn English surname, variously 'a homestead/enclosure' and (via a Celtic root) 'a curl/lock of hair'; borne by a U.S. president; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#8171 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births10 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1908
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,544

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 190819072025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Taft is an English surname, variously 'a homestead/enclosure' and (via a Celtic root) 'a curl/lock of hair'; borne by a U.S. president (routes layered, which we note). A crisp, modern name (said 'TAFT').

In the U.S. it appears as a surname-turned-given-name. Rare, a-homestead at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Taft is an English surname, variously 'a homestead' and 'a curl of hair' (borne by a U.S. president) — a crisp, modern name (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'TAFT').
Overall data confidence 28%
References — Taft — English surname; routes layered

Variations

Tafft

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Taft mean?

Taft is an English surname, variously 'a homestead' and 'a curl of hair'; borne by a U.S. president. The routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Taft?

It's said TAFT /ˈtæft/ — one syllable.

Is Taft a boy or girl name?

Taft is a boy's name.

How popular is Taft?

Taft is a very rare name in the U.S.

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