Tarika
TAH-ree-kah
Tarika is a girl’s name of Hindi origin, meaning “In Hindi, Tarika means 'star' or 'small star'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1983.
What Tarika Means
“In Hindi, Tarika means 'star' or 'small star'.”
The Story of Tarika
This name twinkles like a distant star, a bright light promising guidance and wonder in the night sky.
In Hindi, Tarika means 'star' or 'small star,' evoking celestial imagery and a sense of distant brilliance. The name gained traction in the latter half of the 20th century, carrying with it connotations of optimism and quiet luminosity. It suggests a connection to the vastness of the cosmos and the gentle light that guides us.
When you call your daughter 'Tarika,' it sounds like a soft, twinkling sound, a gentle beacon. It's a name that suggests a child who will brighten your world with her presence, a guiding light. You imagine writing 'Tarika' on a star-chart you'll hang in her room, a small constellation just for her.
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Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#18 in 1983
Total Births
381
First Recorded
1971
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