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Tayen

♂ Boy

Pronounced TAY-ən /ˈteɪ.ən/High

Meaning: Often glossed Native American (Quechan/Hopi-attributed), 'new moon'; also a modern -en name; the attribution variesLow

In 30 seconds: New moon: Tayen is often glossed Native American for 'new moon'. Soft, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes.
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Origin LowNative American, American
MeaningOften glossed Native American (Quechan/Hopi-attributed), 'new moon'; also a modern -en name; the attribution varies
U.S. rank (2025)#8843 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births9 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 76

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202420052025

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

Tayen is often glossed as a Native American name (attributed to the Quechan or Hopi), 'new moon' — though the attribution is uncertain and varies (which we flag honestly) — and it also reads as a modern -en name. A soft, lyrical name, used for both sexes, here for boys.

In the U.S. it appears across communities. Rare, new-moon at the (glossed) root, and soft.

Did you know? Tayen is often glossed as a Native American (Quechan-attributed) name, 'new moon' — and reads as a sleek modern -en name; soft and lyrical, used for both sexes (the attribution varies, which we note).
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Tayen — attribution varies

Variations

TayanTaylen

Nicknames

Tay

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If you like Tayen…

Cheyenne— a companion Native-rooted name
Tala— a 'wolf' Native-American girls' name
Kai— another short nature-toned name
Talen— echoes that soft -en sound
Taven— shares the -en ending

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Tayen mean?

Tayen is often glossed Native American for 'new moon'; the attribution varies, which we note.

How do you pronounce Tayen?

It's said TAY-ən /ˈteɪ.ən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Tayen a boy or girl name?

Tayen is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Tayen?

Tayen is a rare name in the U.S.

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