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Tahj
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Pronounced TAHJ /tΙΛdΚ/Low
Meaning: Crown, the crown, crowned oneLow
In 30 seconds: Tahj is a variant of Taj, from the Arabic and Sanskrit meaning crown. A bold one-syllable name made popular by actor Tahj Mowry of the Mowry acting family, it carries regal meaning with a distinctive spelling.
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MeaningCrown, the crown, crowned one
U.S. rank (2025)#1544 β Falling
2025 U.S. births112 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1998
Total births (all-time)β 3,939
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
Tahj is a variant of Taj from Arabic taj and Sanskrit taj meaning crown. As a given name it carries the regal associations of the famous Taj Mahal.
Tahj is used in African American communities, popularized by actor Tahj Mowry of the Mowry family.
Did you know? The Taj Mahal (Crown of the Palace) is one of the world's most beautiful buildings β a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. Tahj as a name carries this association with Mughal grandeur and architectural beauty.
Overall data confidence 90%
Variations
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Famous Bearers
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Tahj Mowry (b. 1986)American actor and singer known for the sitcom Smart Guy and roles on Full House and Baby Daddy
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Frequently Asked
What does Tahj mean?
Crown, the crown, crowned one
How do you pronounce Tahj?
Tahj is pronounced TAHJ.
What is the origin of Tahj?
Tahj comes from Arabic, Sanskrit.
What names are similar to Tahj?
Similar names include taj, prince, crown.