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Tahari

tah-HAH-ree · Possibly a variant of Tahira, meaning 'pure' or 'virtuous' in Arabic, or a coined name blending sounds from names like Sahara and Tahiti.

2025 rank (girls)
#5,722
Babies named in 2025
21
Peak popularity
2014
2025 frequency
1 in 76,537 girls
Usually for
Girls & boys
Trend
Rising since 2008

Rising since 2008, #5,722 for girls today.

Popularity of Tahari since 1995

Babies named Tahari per year in U.S. Social Security records.

102030200020102020Most births 2014GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
1990s06
2000s615
2010s13545
2020s10652

Meaning & origin

Tahari is a modern American name that first entered U.S. birth records in 2006. It reached its peak popularity in 2014, though it remains uncommon, with a current rank of 5,722 in 2025. The name has been on a rising trajectory since 2008, suggesting slow but steady growth in usage. Its sound aligns with the fashionable '-ari' ending seen in names like Aaliyah and Zari, and it may also draw inspiration from the Arabic name Tahira, meaning 'pure.' However, no definitive etymology is established. Tahari is used for both boys and girls, though it is more common for girls. Its rarity and melodic quality make it an appealing choice for parents seeking a distinctive yet accessible name.

Tahari is a modern American coinage, likely influenced by the popular suffix '-ari' seen in names like Aaliyah and Zari. It may also draw from the Arabic name Tahira (meaning 'pure' or 'chaste'), though direct lineage is uncertain. The name first appeared on U.S. birth records in 2006 and has since gained modest use, particularly in the 2010s.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Tah, Ari, Tari

Variants: Tahari, Tahary, Taharee

Sibling names for Tahari

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Tahari mean?
The meaning of Tahari is uncertain. It may be a variant of Tahira, which means 'pure' in Arabic, or a modern invented name with no traditional meaning.
How popular is the name Tahari?
Tahari is a rare name. In 2025, it ranked 5,722 and was given to approximately 1 in every 76,537 babies born in the United States.
Is Tahari a boy's or girl's name?
Tahari is used for both boys and girls, though it leans slightly feminine in modern usage.