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Tahira

Girl Name #6,398 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Syllables

An Arabic name of divine purity and grace

Arabic Urdu Turkish Persian African Muslim
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Meaning & Origin

"pure, chaste, virtuous"
Origin: Arabic tahara
Language: Arabic
"ritually pure, clean"
Origin: Arabic Islamic jurisprudence
Language: Arabic/Urdu

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The Story of Tahira

Tahira derives from the Arabic root 'tahara,' meaning purity or cleanliness — both physical and spiritual. The feminine form Tahira means 'pure, chaste, or virtuous.' The word tahara is also a key concept in Islamic jurisprudence, referring to ritual purity. The honorific title 'al-Tahira' (the Pure) was given to Khadijah bint Khuwaylid, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad, making this name deeply significant in Islamic tradition.

Tahira has been consistently used across the Muslim world for centuries. It gained new visibility in South Asia through Tahira Kashyap Khurrana, the Indian author and filmmaker. The name remains especially popular in Pakistan, Turkey, and among Muslim communities in South Asia and Africa.

Khadijah bint Khuwaylid, the Prophet Muhammad's first wife, was honored with the title 'al-Tahira' (the Pure One) before the revelation of Islam, reflecting her exemplary character. This association gives Tahira a place of highest honor in Islamic naming traditions.

Fun Facts

  • Khadijah bint Khuwaylid, the Prophet Muhammad's first wife, bore the honorific title 'al-Tahira' before his prophethood — the same title given to Fatimah after
  • In Islamic law, 'tahara' (the root of Tahira) is the state of ritual purity required for prayer, making the name deeply tied to spiritual practice
  • Tahira Kashyap Khurrana, wife of Bollywood star Ayushmann Khurrana, has brought the name into contemporary Indian media

Tahira in Other Languages

Urdu طاہرہ
Arabic طاهرة
Persian طاهره
Spanish Tahira
Turkish Tahire

Popularity Over Time

#6,398
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1975 Based on SSA data 1880–present

Famous People Named Tahira

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Tahira Kashyap Khurrana

Writer

1983

Indian author, filmmaker, and cancer awareness advocate, wife of actor Ayushmann Khurrana

T

Tahira Syed

Musician

1950

Pakistani classical and ghazal singer, one of Pakistan's most celebrated female vocalists

K

Khadijah bint Khuwaylid

Religious

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First wife of the Prophet Muhammad and first convert to Islam, honored with the title al-Tahira (the Pure) for her exemp...

First wife of the Prophet Muhammad and first convert to Islam, honored with the title al-Tahira (the Pure) for her exemplary character

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Syllables
3
Popularity Rank
#6,398
Total SSA Count
19
Cultural Origins
Arabic Urdu Turkish Persian African Muslim
Pronunciation
Easy
Formality
Formal
Cross-Cultural Ease
Moderate

Common Nicknames

Tahi Tara Hira

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Sibling Names

Amira Nadia Layla Zainab Omar Khalid Hassan

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tahira

What does the name Tahira mean?
"pure, chaste, virtuous" (from Arabic tahara). "ritually pure, clean" (from Arabic Islamic jurisprudence). Tahira derives from the Arabic root 'tahara,' meaning purity or cleanliness — both physical and spiritual. The feminine form Tahira means 'pure, chaste, or virtuous.' The word tahara is also a key concept in Islamic jurisprudence, referring to ritual purity. The honorific title 'al-Tahira' (the Pure) was given to Khadijah bint Khuwaylid, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad, making this name deeply significant in Islamic tradition.
What is the origin of the name Tahira?
Tahira has Arabic tahara, Arabic Islamic jurisprudence, Arabic, Urdu, Turkish, Persian, and African Muslim origins. In Arabic tahara, it means "pure, chaste, virtuous". In Arabic Islamic jurisprudence, it means "ritually pure, clean".
Is Tahira a boy or girl name?
Tahira is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Tahira?
Tahira is currently ranked #6398 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Tahira?
Common nicknames for Tahira include Tahi, Tara, and Hira.
What are good middle names for Tahira?
Popular middle name pairings include Tahira Noor, Tahira Rose, Tahira Amina, Tahira Zahra, Tahira Grace, and Tahira Fatima.
What are good sibling names for Tahira?
Names that pair well with Tahira as siblings include Amira, Nadia, Layla, Zainab, Omar, Khalid, and Hassan.
How many syllables does Tahira have?
Tahira has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Tahira a common or rare name?
Tahira is an uncommon name, ranked #6398 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Tahira

Tahira is a girl name with Arabic, Urdu, Turkish, Persian, and African Muslim origins . The name means "pure, chaste, virtuous" in Arabic tahara .

Tahira is currently ranked #6,398 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Tahira has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Tahira include Tahi, Tara, and Hira. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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