Tara at a glance
- Meaning
- Star
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Religion
- Hindu
- Gender
- girl
- Pronunciation
- TA-ra
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- classic
- Variants & Spellings
- Taara, Tariya, Taaria, Taare, Tarrah, Tari
Lucky details for Tara
- Number
- 8
- Color
- Deep Indigo
- Stone
- Blue Sapphire
- Flower
- Iris
- Day
- Saturday
- Planet
- Saturn
- Zodiac
- Capricorn
- Metal
- Iron
Tara is a Sanskrit name meaning “star”. Parents choose Tara for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with determined, disciplined, plays the long game. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Tara reduce to 8, a number linked with Saturn and with people who are resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal.
Numerology
Chaldean value 8 — Determined, disciplined, plays the long game.
Personality
Determined, disciplined, plays the long game
Positive Traits
Resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal
Negative Traits
Sets very high standards and can be hard on themselves
Career Suggestions
Finance, law, construction, administration, public service
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FAQs about the name Tara
What does the name Tara mean?
Tara means “star” and comes from a Sanskrit root.
Is Tara a boy or girl name?
Tara is most often used as a girl name today.
How do you pronounce Tara?
Tara is pronounced TA-ra (2 syllables).
What is the lucky number for Tara?
The lucky number for Tara is 8, ruled by Saturn.
What are good nicknames for Tara?
Popular short forms include Tari, Tay.
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