What does the name Tariq mean?

The name Tariq means "Morning star".

What is the origin of the name Tariq?

Tariq is a name of Arabic origin.

In 2023, 133 babies were named Tariq in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Tariq is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Boy's name

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Births Last Year: 133 →

All-Time Total: 6,771

Peak Year: 1998

Tariq is an Arabic name derived from the word "taraqa," meaning "to knock" or "to pound." It carries connotations of guidance and enlightenment.

Boy names closely related to Tariq

Bernard Hakeem Keyon Amir Keon Kareem Jamal Darryl

Girl names closely related to Tariq

Iyana Dior Emani Amirah Cayla Janae Nala Amani

Names with similar meaning to Tariq

Danica Danika Tarik

Births per year in the United States

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