Tara

Q: What is the origin of Tara?

Tara is of Irish origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Tara?

According to the latest SSA data, Tara is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Tara a boy name?

Tara is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Hill; Star"

Linked to the Hill of Tara in Ireland; also a Sanskrit name meaning star, yielding multiple independent origins.

Themes:irishplacemythicfeminine

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Popularity History of Tara

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Year

Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Tara did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Tara Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Tara.

8 ideas

tary

Nickname

tara

Nickname

tie

Nickname

taraie

Nickname

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Baby Name Lists That Include Tara

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Tara mean?

Tara means "Hill; Star". Linked to the Hill of Tara in Ireland; also a Sanskrit name meaning star, yielding multiple independent origins.

What is the origin of Tara?

Tara is of Irish origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Tara?

According to the latest SSA data, Tara is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Tara a boy name?

Tara is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Tara?

Popular nicknames for Tara include tary, tara, tie, ty, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Tara?

There are many names similar to Tara in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginIrish, Sanskrit

Syllables2

Length4 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withT

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Aedan Aven Adian Aeden Ayven

Sisters

Ashlynn Arline Arleen Allene Alannah

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