Tarah is a name of Hebrew origin that means "song" or "poem". It is derived from the Hebrew word "t'raha", which translates to "song" in English. In some cultures, Tarah is also associated with the concept of joy and happiness.
The name Tarah has a rich history dating back to biblical times. In the Old Testament, it was the name of a daughter of King David and his wife Abigail. This character is mentioned in the Book of Samuel (18:30) and is described as being wise and beautiful.
Throughout history, the name Tarah has been popular among various cultures and communities around the world. It is often seen as a unisex name, although it tends to be more commonly used for girls. Today, Tarah remains a beloved name choice for parents looking for a unique and meaningful name for their child. Its association with song and joy makes it an appealing option for those who want to imbue their child's name with positive connotations.
The name Tarah has been given to babies born between the years of 1963 and 2023 in the United States. Throughout these six decades, the popularity of this name has fluctuated significantly.
From its humble beginnings with just five births in 1963, the name Tarah experienced a steady increase in usage throughout the late 1960s and early 1970s, reaching its peak in 1977 with an impressive 145 births. This popularity continued into the early 1980s, with annual birth counts consistently remaining above 200 between 1981 and 1986.
However, after this period of popularity, the name Tarah began to fall out of favor. Between 1987 and 2000, the number of babies named Tarah decreased significantly each year, from a high of 196 births in 1987 to just 57 births in 2000.
This downward trend continued into the new millennium, with the total number of annual Tarah births ranging between 11 and 40 between 2001 and 2006. After a brief resurgence with 30 births in 2008, the popularity of the name Tarah has remained consistently low, with annual birth counts fluctuating between five and 17 from 2011 onwards.
In total, over the span of nearly six decades, there have been 4,722 babies named Tarah born in the United States. Despite its ups and downs in popularity, this name has managed to maintain a steady presence throughout the years.