Tacoma is a distinctive and captivating name of Native American origin, specifically from the Puyallup tribe. It translates to "gull" in English, reflecting the presence of these birds along the shores of the Puget Sound region where the tribe resided. This unique moniker brings a touch of nature's beauty and freedom to those who bear it. The name Tacoma also shares its root with the city of Tacoma, Washington, which was named after the nearby Mount Rainier, known as Tahoma or Tacoma in the Salish language. This connection further amplifies the sense of place and heritage associated with this name.
The name Tacoma experienced notable fluctuations in popularity over the past four decades, with the highest number of babies named Tacoma occurring in 2002 (32 births). However, since then, its usage has steadily declined, with only 5 births recorded each year from 2020 to 2022. Overall, there have been a total of 204 births with the name Tacoma during this period.