Taft Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Taft

"A surname."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1908 👥 1,534 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
A surname.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
1,534
Life Path
Number 11

📖 What Does Taft Mean?

Taft is a name documented across multiple cultural traditions.

Root Element
Taft
Core Meaning
"A surname."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Taft

T 2
A 1
F 6
T 2
SUM 11
11
Life Path
Intuition & Insight
1
Soul Urge
Independence & Leadership
1
Personality
Independence & Leadership

Life Path 11 — Intuition & Insight: Highly intuitive, idealistic, and visionary.

📊 Taft in Numbers

1,534 US bearers
1908 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Taft" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A surname.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~1,534 people named Taft in the US. Peaked in 1908 with 62 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Taft?

The Life Path number for Taft is 11, associated with Intuition & Insight. Soul Urge: 1. Personality: 1.

Is Taft a boy or girl name?

Taft is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Taft in the US?

Approximately 1,534 people in the United States are named Taft. The name peaked in 1908 with 62 recorded uses.

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