Magic or spell; tiger
In Finnish, the name means 'magic' or 'spell.' Separately, in Maori, it is the transliteration of the English word 'tiger.' It has gained international visibility primarily through the creative influence of New Zealand filmmaker Taika Waititi.
Less common today
Taika isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,697 in 2022.
Oscar-winning director, actor, and screenwriter
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
