Tara - girls name

Tara name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 87%

Tara name meaning:

The name Tara is of Gaelic origin and holds multiple meanings across different cultures. In Irish Gaelic, Tara translates to "hill" or "tower," referring to the famous Hill of Tara in Ireland, which was once the seat of the high kings. Additionally, Tara is associated with the Celtic goddess of the same name, who was believed to be the deity of sovereignty, fertility, and the earth. As a result, the name Tara can symbolize strength and power, as well as a connection to nature and the land.

In Hinduism, Tara is a revered deity and one of the forms of the goddess Shakti. She represents compassion, protection, and liberation, offering guidance to those who seek spiritual enlightenment. In this context, the name Tara conveys qualities of wisdom, guidance, and divine grace. Overall, the name Tara carries different meanings depending on the cultural and religious context, but it often conveys ideas of strength, power, and spiritual significance.

Origin: Celtic

Tower, crag.

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Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 720 out of 5581

52 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    -256
  • 5yrs

    -252
  • 1yr

    -165

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

  • Scotland (396)

Historical popularity of Tara

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