Boy Name · English Origin
Taft
Considering Taft? It is a boy name whose meaning is "Gift of God", rooted in English naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Tabitha.
Taft meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Gift of God
Origin: English naming roots help connect Taft to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Taft as T·A·F·T, with 4 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Taft is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Taft variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Tafta, Tafte, Tafty.
- Nicknames: Taft works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Taft with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Taft middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Tabitha, Tabatha, Tab, Tavon, Tavis — full picks on the sibling names for Taft guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Taft? Browse our names like Taft guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Taft
What does the name Taft mean?
Taft means "Gift of God" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Taft?
Taft originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Taft?
Taft has 4 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Taft a boy's or girl's name?
Taft is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Taft in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Taft sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Taft?
Names that share Taft's sound and style include Tabitha, Tabatha, Tab, Tavon, Tavis.
What middle names pair well with Taft?
Good middle-name fits for Taft pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Taft is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Taft is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Taft?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Taft share its rhythm without rhyming — Tabitha, Tabatha, Tab all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.