Hindu girl name · Sanskrit origin

Tara

“A star”

About the name Tara

Meaning
A star
Origin
Sanskrit
Gender
Girl
Religion
Hindu
Starts with
T
Name number
4

Numerology of Tara

Builder: steady, practical and dependable.

Worked out from the letters of the name (Pythagorean method). It is a tradition, for fun, and not science.

Nakshatras for Tara

Purva Phalguni

Naming syllable “Ta” · ruled by Venus

Pada 1234
Moon signSimha (Leo)
DeityBhaga, giver of fortune
SymbolThe front legs of a bed

Warm, sociable and creative. Traditionally linked with enjoyment of life, the arts and generous friendships.

All Purva Phalguni names

Swati

Naming syllable “Ta” · ruled by Rahu

Pada 1234
Moon signTula (Libra)
DeityVayu, the wind god
SymbolA young shoot swaying in the wind

Independent, flexible and diplomatic. Traditionally linked with freedom, adaptability and a gift for business.

All Swati names
Tara starts with a traditional naming syllable of these nakshatras, so it suits a baby born in either. The traits are the general traditional description of the nakshatra, the same for every name, and not a prediction about any child.

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Questions about Tara

What does the name Tara mean?

Tara means "A star" and comes from Sanskrit.

Is Tara a boy or a girl name?

Tara is used as a girl name, mostly in Hindu families.

Which nakshatra does the name Tara match?

The name Tara starts with the syllable "Ta", which is a naming syllable of Purva Phalguni nakshatra (pada 2) and Swati nakshatra (pada 4). This is the traditional way to choose a name for a baby born in that nakshatra.

What is the numerology number of Tara?

By Pythagorean numerology the name Tara adds up to 4. Builder: steady, practical and dependable. Numerology is a tradition and not science.

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