Tay
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Tay is a unisex name of English origin, meaning “Tay is often a short form of Taylor. It is an English surname turned given name, meaning 'tailor'.”. It currently ranks #8869 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2001.
What Tay Means
“Tay is often a short form of Taylor. It is an English surname turned given name, meaning 'tailor'.”
The Story of Tay
A short, adaptable name with roots in a craftsman's trade and a proud Scottish river.
Tay, primarily used as a short form of the English surname Taylor, means 'tailor.' It also shares its name with the River Tay, Scotland's longest river, suggesting both groundedness and flow. Its recorded use dates back to 1939.
Whether for your son or daughter, Tay offers a name that is both grounded and adaptable. You see a child who is resourceful, able to shape their own path like a tailor crafts fabric, with a friendly and creative approach to life.
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Gender Split
Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Tay Zonday
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Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#13 in 2001
Total Births
250
First Recorded
1939
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