NAME PROFILE
Taquan
Derived from the Arabic root for pure, faithful, and clean. This name describes a person with a radiant and sincere spirit, known for their loyalty and the refreshing clarity they bring to every situation.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,259 |
| Gender | Male (38% / 62%) |
| Peak year | 1994 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1983 |
| Most recent | 2007 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | Arabic, African-American |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 32%NJ — 25%VA — 21%NC — 15%FL — 8%
Notable People
Nakia Burrise (Actress, Power Rangers Zeo) · Nakia Sanford (Professional basketball player, WNBA) · Nakia (Singer, The Voice contestant) · Nakia Reynoso (Musician and activist) · Nakia Bell (Educational leader and author)
Nicknames & Diminutives
KiyahNakiKi
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