Tau Meaning

What does Tau mean?

The name Tau is of African Tswana and Egyptian origin.

The meaning of Tau is "lion".

Tau is generally used as a boy's name.

It consists of 3 letters and 1 syllable and is pronounced Tau.

Tau is a great choice for parents looking for a more unique name.

Luminous yet enchanting, the name is a great blend of character and flair.

Tau is also great as a middle name.

Tau falls into the animal name category.

In the U.S. in 2018, it ranked 11,894 in baby name popularity for boys with 6 occurrences. Less than 5 girls were given the name.

In contrast, the year before it ranked 13,990 in baby name popularity for boys with 5 occurrences. Less than 5 girls were given the name.

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Would you like to fingerspell the name Tau in American Sign Language?

Then just follow the diagram below.

Be creative with the name Tau.

Just for fun, see the name Tau in Hieroglyphics, learn about ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics and write a Hieroglyphic message.

Learn about nautical flags and see your name or message written in nautical flags, on the Tau in Nautical Flags page.