Taj
Meaning of Taj
The name Taj is a distinctive and culturally rich choice for baby boys. Pronounced as "tahj" (/tɑʒ/), this name has its origins in Arabic, where it means "crown." It evokes images of grandeur and regality, most famously associated with the Taj Mahal, one of the world's most iconic monuments. Over the years, Taj has steadily gained popularity in the United States, consistently appearing in baby name rankings since the 1970s. Variations of the name include Taja and Taji, offering slight twists while retaining its noble essence. With its simple yet powerful sound and deep cultural significance, Taj remains an appealing choice for parents looking to bestow a sense of dignity and heritage upon their child.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as tahj (/tɑʒ/)
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Notable People Named Taj
| Taj Mahal, born Henry St. Claire Fredericks Jr., is an influential American blues musician known for incorporating diverse musical influences into his work. |
| Taj McWilliams-Franklin is a former American professional women's basketball player. |
| Taj Jami Gibson is an American professional basketball player known for his time with the Chicago Bulls, Oklahoma City Thunder, Minnesota Timberwolves, and currently the New York Knicks. |
| Taj Atwal is a British actress known for her roles in Stella, In the Club, Line of Duty, The Syndicate, and Hullraisers. |
| Taj Mohammed, a citizen of Afghanistan, was held in extrajudicial detention at the Guantanamo Bay detention camps and was repatriated in 2006. |
| Taj Mohammed, born in Quetta, was a versatile footballer who played as a defender and represented both India and Pakistan internationally. |
| Taj Burrow is an Australian retired professional surfer known for his powerful and impressive surfing. |
| Taj Smith - Tajiddin M. Smith-Wilson is a former professional gridiron football wide receiver who played for the Saskatchewan Roughriders and was signed by the Green Bay Packers as an undrafted free agent in 2008. |
| Taj Ali Bradley is a professional baseball pitcher for the Tampa Bay Rays, making his MLB debut in 2023. |
| Taj Mihelich is a World Champion American Freestyle BMX rider and a highly influential figure in the golden era of BMX. |
| Taj Khan was a renowned Indian and Nepali Hindustani Classical musician known for his expertise in the Kalpi tradition of Dhrupad and Dhamar, and for serving as a court musician in Nepal and Awadh. |
| Taj Mohiuddin is a politician from Jammu and Kashmir, known for his role in the Democratic Azad Party and as a former member of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly. |
| Taj Muhammad Afridi is a Pakistani politician and a current member of the Senate of Pakistan. |
| Taj Williams is an American football wide receiver and former TCU player who is currently a free agent. |
| Taj Bibi was a Pakistani politician who served as a member of the Provincial Assembly of Sindh during the Fifth Assembly from 1972 to 1977. |
