Holding steady.
Popularity of Tarika since 1971
Babies named Tarika per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1983, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Tarika's real moment was 1976.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 95 |
| 1980s | 152 |
| 1990s | 89 |
| 2000s | 45 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tarika is a name of uncertain origin, possibly from Sanskrit, with potential meanings related to 'star' or 'boat'. It first appeared in U.S. baby name records in 1971, a time when many exotic-sounding names gained traction. Tarika has never been common, but it has maintained a stable presence, with its peak year in 1976. The name is used predominantly for girls. While it has not ranked in national popularity lists, its consistent usage over decades suggests a quiet appeal among parents seeking a melodic and uncommon name. Tarika remains a rare choice, distinct from more widely used names like Tara.
The name Tarika is likely of Sanskrit origin. In Sanskrit, 'tarika' can mean 'a small boat' or be related to 'tara' meaning 'star'. It has seen occasional use in India and among the Indian diaspora. The name entered U.S. records in the 1970s, possibly as a modern coinage influenced by similar-sounding names like 'Tarini' or 'Tara'.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tara, Rika, Tari
Sibling names for Tarika
Names that share Tarika's style, for a brother or sister.
