TARA
The meaning of the unisex name Tara is FROM THE CRAG OF A TOWER.
Details on TARA:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Goddess of the sea
- Popularity for Girl:
- 1,953rd in the USA (top 10%)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 26,176th in the USA (bottom 45%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
247 births
TARA as a GIRL in 2024
5 births
TARA as a BOY in 1999
The meaning(s) of TARA:
The name Tara is an Indian baby name. In Indian the meaning of the name Tara is: Goddess of the sea.
The name Tara is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Tara is: Goddess of the sea.
The name Tara is a Gaelic baby name. In Gaelic the meaning of the name Tara is: From the crag of a tower.
The name Tara is an Irish baby name. In Irish the meaning of the name Tara is: Where the kings met. Also Tara's Halls, where ancient Bards sang deeds of Irish heroes. The ruins of the Halls are on the hill of Tara, meaning crag or tower.
The name Tara is a Sanskrit baby name. In Sanskrit the meaning of the name Tara is: Shining. In Hindu mythology Tara is one of the names of the wife of Shiva.
The name Tara is a Scottish baby name. In Scottish the meaning of the name Tara is: A hill where the kings met.
USA SSA birth(s) for TARA:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name TARA
TARA as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 247 births |
| 2023 | 208 births |
| 2022 | 240 births |
| 2021 | 212 births |
| 2020 | 201 births |
| 2019 | 256 births |
| 2018 | 250 births |
| 2017 | 264 births |
| 2016 | 261 births |
| 2015 | 301 births |
| 2014 | 297 births |
| 2013 | 281 births |
| 2012 | 334 births |
| 2011 | 303 births |
| 2010 | 354 births |
| 2009 | 424 births |
TARA as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 5 births |
| 1994 | 9 births |
| 1992 | 10 births |
| 1991 | 9 births |
| 1990 | 18 births |
| 1989 | 18 births |
| 1988 | 19 births |
| 1987 | 20 births |
| 1986 | 20 births |
| 1985 | 15 births |
| 1984 | 14 births |
| 1983 | 18 births |
| 1982 | 28 births |
| 1981 | 21 births |
| 1980 | 27 births |
| 1979 | 27 births |
About the name TARA
**Tara**: A name that resonates with warmth and light, "Tara" has roots in various cultures, imbuing it with rich meanings and associations. Deriving from the Sanskrit word for "star," it symbolizes guidance and hope, illuminating the path ahead. In Hindu mythology, Tara is a revered goddess, embodying strength and compassion, while in Celtic traditions, Tara refers to a place of great significance, the Hill of Tara, a site of ancient kings and spiritual importance in Ireland. The name is cherished across diverse geographies, from the serene landscapes of India to the rolling hills of Ireland and the vibrant communities of the United States, where it has gained popularity in recent decades. With its melodic sound and profound connections to nature and spirituality, Tara is a beautiful choice for a baby name, evoking a sense of wonder and a promise of bright beginnings.
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