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Taysom

♂ Boy

Pronounced TAYS-ohm /ˈteɪs.oʊm/Medium

Meaning: Transferred English surname, linked to the Tyson group (Old French tison 'firebrand'); popularized by Taysom HillLow

In 30 seconds: Taysom is an English name taken from a surname, used here as a boy's first name. Its origin is uncertain, and it was popularized largely by the athlete Taysom Hill.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningTransferred English surname, linked to the Tyson group (Old French tison 'firebrand'); popularized by Taysom Hill
U.S. rank (2024)#1989 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births78 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2021
Total births (all-time)≈ 727

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202120122024

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

History & Origin

Taysom comes from a transferred surname, with one proposed link to the Tyson group of names from Old French tison, meaning 'firebrand.' That connection is not firm, so the meaning is best treated as disputed. The name's modern use as a given name owes much to footballer Taysom Hill rather than to any old tradition.

The crisp two-syllable shape gives it a sporty, contemporary American sound. Its bearer Taysom Hill, an NFL utility player nicknamed the Human Swiss Army Knife, is the reason most people know the name.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Taysom is 'origin uncertain', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 62%
Behind the Name - Taysom — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Famous Bearers

  • ★Taysom Hill (1990–present)
    American NFL quarterback and utility player for the New Orleans Saints, nicknamed the Human Swiss Army Knife.

If you like Taysom…

Tyson— The surname group Taysom is tentatively linked to, from 'firebrand.'

Frequently Asked

What does the name Taysom mean?

Taysom is usually explained as meaning 'origin uncertain' and is most often linked with Portuguese tradition.

How do you pronounce Taysom?

It's commonly said TAYS-ohm /ˈteɪs.oʊm/.

Is Taysom a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Taysom is used as a boy name.

How popular is Taysom?

In 2024, Taysom ranked #1989 in the U.S. for boys, with 78 births recorded.