Tara
Tara is a name with rich multicultural origins, derived from the Sanskrit word meaning 'star' and also connected to the Hill of Tara in Irish mythology, an ancient seat of Irish kings. The name carries meanings of both celestial beauty and earthly sovereignty across different cultures.
Current Popularity
#1021 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Simple two-syllable name that's easy to spell and pronounce
- •Works well across multiple cultures with different meanings in each
- •Brief and elegant without needing a nickname
- •Strong literary presence, notably as the plantation in 'Gone with the Wind'
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Statistics
175,490
Total births since 1880
1972
Peak year
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