Holding steady.
Popularity of Taheerah since 1976
Babies named Taheerah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 64 |
| 1980s | 72 |
| 1990s | 21 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Taheerah is a rare Arabic-derived feminine name meaning 'pure' or 'chaste,' a variant of the more common Tahira. First recorded in the United States in 1976, it saw no more than a handful of births annually, with its peak year in 1978. The name has remained stable in its rarity, never appearing in the top 1000 and lacking a strong regional concentration in any state. As a transliteration of an Arabic name, its spelling varies, with Tahira being the most common form. Taheerah offers a distinctive choice for families seeking a name with clear spiritual and cultural roots, though its obscurity means it may require occasional pronunciation guidance.
Taheerah is a variant spelling of Tahira, the feminine form of Tahir, derived from the Arabic root ṭ-h-r, meaning 'to be pure, clean, or chaste.' The name has been used across Muslim-majority regions for centuries, often chosen for its religious connotations of purity. It shares roots with the masculine Tahir and the feminine Tahira, which appear in various cultures influenced by Arabic language and Islam.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tahi, Tara, Hira
Sibling names for Taheerah
Names that share Taheerah's style, for a brother or sister.
