"mysterious Quranic letters, known only to God"
Origin: Arabic Quranic
Language: Arabic
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"pure, righteous (as a title of the Prophet)"
Origin: Arabic/Islamic tradition
Language: Arabic
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The Story of Taha
Taha (طه) refers to two Arabic letters — Ṭāʾ (ط) and Hāʾ (ه) — that appear at the beginning of the 20th surah (chapter) of the Quran, known as Surah Ta-Ha. In Islamic tradition, these 'muqatta'at' (disconnected letters) are considered among the greatest mysteries of the Quran, known only to Allah. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was also known by the appellation Taha, meaning pure and pious.
Taha is consistently popular throughout the Arab world, Turkey, and Muslim communities globally. It carries the double blessing of being a Quranic name and an honorific of the Prophet Muhammad. In recent years, it has also gained use outside Muslim communities for its simple, elegant sound.
As one of the Prophet Muhammad's many titles, Taha is considered a highly auspicious Islamic name. The Surah Ta-Ha contains beautiful verses about Moses (Musa), making it one of the most recited chapters. For Muslim families, naming a son Taha is an act of devotion and a wish for purity.
Historical Record
Taha first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 2,316 babies have been named Taha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Taha is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #1,721 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Ta-Ha are among the 'mysterious letters' (muqatta'at) that open several Quranic chapters
- The Prophet Muhammad was addressed as Taha as a title of honor
- Surah Ta-Ha is the 20th chapter of the Quran and contains the story of Moses receiving divine guidance
Taha in Other Languages
Urdu
طٰہٰ
Arabic
طه
Bengali
তাহা
Persian
طاها
Turkish
Taha
Popularity Over Time
#1,721
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Taha
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Taha Akgül
Athlete
1990
Turkish wrestler and Olympic gold medalist at the 2016 Rio Olympics in freestyle wrestling
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Ali Hassan Taha
Politician
1949
Sudanese politician who served as Second Vice President of Sudan
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Prophet Muhammad (title: Taha)
Religious
570
Founder of Islam, who was honored with the title Taha meaning pure and righteous
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,721
- Total SSA Count
- 96
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Turkish Persian Islamic
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Taha
What does the name Taha mean?
"mysterious Quranic letters, known only to God" (from Arabic Quranic). "pure, righteous (as a title of the Prophet)" (from Arabic/Islamic tradition). Taha (طه) refers to two Arabic letters — Ṭāʾ (ط) and Hāʾ (ه) — that appear at the beginning of the 20th surah (chapter) of the Quran, known as Surah Ta-Ha. In Islamic tradition, these 'muqatta'at' (disconnected letters) are considered among the greatest mysteries of the Quran, known only to Allah. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was also known by the appellation Taha, meaning pure and pious.
What is the origin of the name Taha?
Taha has Arabic Quranic, Arabic/Islamic tradition, Arabic, Turkish, Persian, and Islamic origins. In Arabic Quranic, it means "mysterious Quranic letters, known only to God". In Arabic/Islamic tradition, it means "pure, righteous (as a title of the Prophet)".
Is Taha a boy or girl name?
Taha is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Taha?
Taha is currently ranked #1721 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Taha?
Popular middle name pairings include Taha Muhammad, Taha Ali, Taha Hassan, Taha Ibrahim, Taha Kareem, Taha Yusuf, and Taha Omar.
What are good sibling names for Taha?
Names that pair well with Taha as siblings include Yahya, Omar, Ibrahim, Fatima, Maryam, Aisha, and Hassan.
How many syllables does Taha have?
Taha has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Taha a common or rare name?
Taha is an uncommon name, ranked #1721 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Taha
Taha is a boy name with Arabic, Turkish, Persian, and Islamic origins . The name means "mysterious Quranic letters, known only to God" in Arabic Quranic .
Taha is currently ranked #1,721 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Taha has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Taha include Tahj, Tahir . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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