Taras
TAH-rahs
Popularity
#12143
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Greek
Total Births
666
Peak Year
#36 in 1969
First Recorded
1922
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Of Greek origin, meaning 'from Taras'. Taras was an ancient Greek colony in southern Italy.
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Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Famous Namesakes
Taras Shevchenko
Famous Ukrainian poet and national hero
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