Tarah
TAH-ruh
Tarah is a girl’s name of Irish origin, meaning “A variant of Tara, meaning 'star' or 'hill' in Irish.”. It currently ranks #10978 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1985.
What Tarah Means
“A variant of Tara, meaning 'star' or 'hill' in Irish.”
The Story of Tarah
Generations ago, in Ireland, they pointed to a lone hill crowned with stars and called it 'Tara', and that echo has found its way to you.
Tarah is a modern iteration of Tara, an ancient Irish name whose roots lie in the sacred hill of Tara, once the seat of high kings. The name itself evokes 'star' or 'hill' in Gaelic. As Irish culture spread, the name evolved, softening its edges through centuries of migration and cultural exchange, eventually leading to variations like Tarah becoming more common.
When you first say 'Tarah' aloud, it feels like an open question, a promise of discovery. It’s a name for a child you already sense possesses a quiet independence, a deep well of compassion. You will write it on the hospital bracelet and feel its strength, a grounded yet celestial presence.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Tarah Wheeler Van Vlack
American cybersecurity expert and author
Tarah Murrey
American volleyball player
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#267 in 1985
Total Births
4,731
First Recorded
1963
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