Tarasa

“Tarasa has Slavic origins, with the root linked to Tarsus, which refers to a historical city in modern-day Turkey” — Symbol of refuge and protection

Slavic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1801US 2023

399Births / yr

→Stable

28All-time births

📅 Since 196800

How to pronounce Tarasa

TAH·RAH·suh

/ˈtɑ.ˈrɑ.sə/ · stress on TAH · 3 syllables

“Tarasa has Slavic origins, with the root linked to Tarsus, which refers to a historical city in modern-day Turkey”

Symbol of refuge and protection · Slavic origin

What does Tarasa mean and where does it come from?

Tarasa has Slavic origins, with the root linked to Tarsus, which refers to a historical city in modern-day Turkey. The name is popular in Slavic-speaking regions and can sometimes be interpreted as a symbol of refuge and protection. Tarasa is often seen in connection with feminine qualities such as

Cultural significance

Tarasa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Slavic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of slavic.

Peak popularity

Reached #6237 in 1968 — currently #1801 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Tarasa?

Tarasa works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Tarasa Grace

How popular is Tarasa right now?

Holding steady — currently #1801 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#1801 · Top 1.3%

1980

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1801	399	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2022	#1806	379	▲ up 5 · +9% births
2021	#1811	349	▲ up 7875 · +5717% births
1980	#9686	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Tarasa

Best Year2023Rank #1801

Peak Count399

Average Rank#3776

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1980 - 20234 years

The story of Tarasa

Tarasa is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1968. With 28 total births recorded, Tarasa remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9686 in 1980 to #1801 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Tarasa in 1968:

Lisa Michelle Kimberly Jennifer Melissa

Tarasa by decade

Tarasa peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	7
1970s	10
1980s ★	11

💎Tarasa has only 28 total recorded births since 1968 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Tarasa?

Common

TarTarieTaryAsa

What names sound and feel like Tarasa?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Tarasa also consider these

Tarisa

Japanese · Japanese

Taresa

American · Derived from Teresa,

Taraya

American · sister, beautiful

Terasa

Slavic countries · Harvester, Reaper

Damasa

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Hanasa

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Balasa

Arabic · A Arabic name

Trasa

Eastern European countries · Slavic

Common questions about the name Tarasa

What does the name Tarasa mean?

Tarasa means "Slavic" — a name rooted in Slavic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Tarasa?

Tarasa is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Tarasa?

Tarasa originates from Slavic tradition. Slavic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Tarasa?

Tarasa is a three-syllable name pronounced T AA1 R AA1 S AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Tarasa?

Tarasa pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Slavic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.