Tara
तारा
Meaning
Star, the one who carries across. Also a Buddhist and Hindu goddess of compassion.
Tara (तारा) in English: Star, the one who carries across.
Works in English: Tara is easy to pronounce in English, making it a popular choice for Indian diaspora families in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia.
About the name Tara
Tara is a Sanskrit girl's name meaning star and one who carries across — from the Sanskrit "tara" (star). In Hinduism, Tara is a goddess associated with the stars and night sky, and also appears as a consort of Brihaspati. In Tibetan and Mahayana Buddhism, Tara is one of the most beloved bodhisattvas — the goddess of compassion who carries beings across the ocean of suffering. Used across both Hindu and Buddhist South Asian communities, Tara is also a common Irish and Western name (from the Hill of Tara), giving it exceptional cross-cultural resonance. For Indian diaspora families worldwide, Tara is one of the most naturally bilingual Indian names in existence.
Frequently asked questions
What does Tara mean?
Star, the one who carries across. Also a Buddhist and Hindu goddess of compassion.
What does Tara mean in English?
In English, Tara (तारा) means "Star, the one who carries across". It is a name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Tara an Indian name?
Yes, Tara is an Indian name of Sanskrit origin, widely used across South Asia and by Indian diaspora communities in the US, UK, Canada and Australia.
How is Tara written in Hindi / native script?
Tara is written as तारा in its native script. In English (Roman script) it is spelt "Tara".
How do you pronounce Tara?
Tara is pronounced TAH-ra.
Is Tara a Hindu name?
Yes, Tara is a Hindu name of Sanskrit origin, commonly used by Hindu families across India and by the Indian Hindu diaspora worldwide.
What is the origin of the name Tara?
Tara is a name of Sanskrit origin. It is traditionally used as a girl's name.
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