Tabu
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Tabu is a boy’s name of African origin, meaning “Tabu is a word of Polynesian origin and means 'sacred', 'forbidden', or 'restricted'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1978.
What Tabu Means
“Tabu is a word of Polynesian origin and means 'sacred', 'forbidden', or 'restricted'.”
The Story of Tabu
Some words are so potent they demand reverence, and this name carries that ancient power to set things apart.
Tabu traces its roots to Polynesian languages, where it signifies something sacred, forbidden, or deeply respected. While its first recorded use as a given name appears in the late 20th century, its linguistic power is far older, echoing through island cultures for centuries.
You sense a quiet strength in this name, a feeling of something precious and protected. It's for your son, who you feel will possess an inherent gravity, drawing others to him while maintaining an air of mystery.
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Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#5 in 1978
Total Births
5
First Recorded
1978
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