Taiwan, a unisex given name of Latin origin, means 'peace.' It is derived from the Latin word 'taurus,' which signifies 'bull.' The name Taiwan gained prominence during the 19th century and has since been used globally.
"The name Taiwan experienced significant fluctuations in popularity between 1970 and 1986, with birth numbers ranging from a low of five to a high of ten each year. Over this period, the name was given to a total of seventy-one babies."