How Many People Are Named Taurus?
Complete statistics for the name Taurus: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Taurus, meaning 'bull' in Latin, is a very rare name for boys, with only 1,944 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 169,795 Americans. The name peaked in popularity back in 1976 with 126 births, but its usage has been declining since then.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 1 represents leadership and independence.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 38All 2,063 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1976Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Taurus Through the Generations
Taurus, a name rooted in Latin, has seen a steady decline in popularity since its peak in 1976. With 1,944 individuals named Taurus currently living in the United States, the name is quite uncommon. Interestingly, the majority of those named Taurus are now adults, with 73% falling within the 30-60 age range, indicating a generation gap in naming trends.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Taurus's Latin roots
📄 About the Name Taurus
How Many People Have the Name Taurus?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,944 people in the United States currently share the name Taurus. That works out to roughly 1 in every 169,795 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Taurus a Common or Rare Name?
Taurus is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Taurus Mean?
Taurus means "bull" and comes from Latin origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Taurus in SSA data, approximately 96% are male and 4% are female.
When Was Taurus Most Popular?
The name Taurus reached peak popularity in 1976, with 126 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Taurus?
Approximately 1,944 people named Taurus live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,063. That works out to roughly 1 in 169,795 Americans.
Is Taurus a rare name?
Taurus is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 169,795 Americans has this name.
What does the name Taurus mean?
Taurus means "bull" and comes from Latin origins.
Is Taurus more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 96% of people named Taurus are male and 4% are female.
When was Taurus most popular?
Taurus peaked in 1976 with 126 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.