Tarah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tarah originates from the Irish name Tara, meaning 'rocky hill.' It has evolved from historical forms associated with Irish culture and has gained popularity in recent decades due to its unique and appealing sound. While it does not have biblical relevance, it embodies a sense of strength and individuality in contemporary society.
The name Tarah is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Tarah has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Tarah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 10657th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1706th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 966th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3233rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8532nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Tarah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tarah"
Pronunciation
/ˈtɑːrə/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Tarah is derived from the Irish name 'Tara,' which is associated with the Hill of Tara, a significant historical and mythological site in Ireland.
Meaning
rocky hill
Language Evolution
Tara, Tairbh, Tarach
Historical Usage
The name Tarah gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as parents sought unique and culturally rich names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Tara, Tareh, Tarrah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tarah is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with strength and individuality.
Famous People
Tarah McKenny, Tarah G. Kacynski
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tarah"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Tarah"
"Tarah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 10657th of 12526 | 11 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1706th of 19264 | 892 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 966th of 27321 | 2,915 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3233rd of 35406 | 762 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8532nd of 30306 | 151 |
Regional Popularity of "Tarah" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Tarah" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
48.42% 1422nd/2937 |
44.62% 1554th/3483 |
55.32% 1946th/3518 |
41.62% 1683rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
20.90% 770th/3685 |
25.97% 1162nd/4475 |
22.20% 1153rd/5194 |
15.99% 1010th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
58.64% 2687th/4582 |
67.12% 3466th/5164 |
42.57% 3113th/7313 |
54.29% 4052nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
75.29% 5136th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Tarah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tarah" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.