Name Profile
Tara
“Star” — Hinduism
GirlHinduism2 syllablesCurrent rank #189 (1998)
About Tara
Rooted in Hinduism, the radiant girl's name Tara translates beautifully to "star." With its multicultural appeal and celestial meaning, this simple yet profoundly elegant name shines with a gentle, timeless grace.
Quick Facts
GenderGirl
OriginHinduism
Syllables2
Nicknames for Tara
Tar
Popularity in the U.S.
Tara is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..
Tara popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Tara had 1,637 births in 1998.
View chart data
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 4,370 | #70 |
| 1990 | 3,824 | #85 |
| 1991 | 3,325 | #104 |
| 1992 | 2,836 | #118 |
| 1993 | 2,476 | #132 |
| 1994 | 2,188 | #145 |
| 1995 | 2,023 | #158 |
| 1996 | 1,899 | #167 |
| 1997 | 1,768 | #172 |
| 1998 | 1,637 | #189 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Tara mean?
Tara is commonly linked to the meaning Star and is associated with Hinduism roots.
Is Tara a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Tara is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..
What are common nicknames for Tara?
Popular nicknames include Tar.