"star"
Origin: Sanskrit
Language: Hindi
Thara
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An ancient goddess name meaning star, earth, and liberation
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The Story of Thara
Thara is a variant of Tara, one of the most ancient and revered names in Indian tradition. From the Sanskrit root tara, the name carries multiple meanings: star, to cross over, and the earth itself. In Hindu mythology, Tara is a goddess associated with stars, wisdom, and liberation. In Buddhism, Tara (Green Tara, White Tara) is a bodhisattva of compassion worshipped across Tibet, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. The name has simultaneously celestial and terrestrial meanings, reflecting the Hindu concept of the divine as both cosmic and earthly.
Thara is particularly popular in South India and Sri Lanka, where the -a ending in feminine names is traditional. The double-h spelling distinguishes it from the common Tara, giving it a slightly more distinctive South Indian or Sinhalese character. It has remained a consistent choice for its beauty and spiritual depth.
Tara/Thara is one of the most powerful goddess names across Hindu and Buddhist traditions. Green Tara is one of the most beloved deities in Tibetan Buddhism, seen as a liberator from suffering. In Hindu tradition, Tara appears as both a stellar goddess and a wife of Jupiter (Brihaspati), central to several mythological narratives.
Historical Record
Thara first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 280 babies have been named Thara in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Thara is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #5,059 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Green Tara is one of the most widely worshipped deities in Tibetan Buddhism, with shrines across Tibet, Nepal, and Mongolia
- The name Tara appears in the ancient Hindu text Rigveda, making it one of the oldest recorded names in any living tradition
Thara in Other Languages
Tamil
தாரா
Tibetan
སྒྲོལ་མ
Japanese
ターラ
Sanskrit
तारा
Sinhalese
තාරා
Popularity Over Time
#5,059
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #5,059
- Total SSA Count
- 26
- Cultural Origins
- Indian Hindu Tamil Malayalam Sinhalese
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Thara
What does the name Thara mean?
"star" (from Sanskrit). "earth, ground" (from Sanskrit). "one who crosses over (liberator)" (from Sanskrit). Thara is a variant of Tara, one of the most ancient and revered names in Indian tradition. From the Sanskrit root tara, the name carries multiple meanings: star, to cross over, and the earth itself. In Hindu mythology, Tara is a goddess associated with stars, wisdom, and liberation. In Buddhism, Tara (Green Tara, White Tara) is a bodhisattva of compassion worshipped across Tibet, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. The name has simultaneously celestial and terrestrial meanings, reflecting the Hindu concept of the divine as both cosmic and earthly.
What is the origin of the name Thara?
Thara has Sanskrit, Indian, Hindu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Sinhalese origins. In Sanskrit, it means "star". In Sanskrit, it means "earth, ground". In Sanskrit, it means "one who crosses over (liberator)".
Is Thara a boy or girl name?
Thara is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Thara?
Thara is currently ranked #5059 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Thara?
Common nicknames for Thara include Tara.
What are good middle names for Thara?
Popular middle name pairings include Thara Devi, Thara Priya, Thara Laxmi, Thara Maya, Thara Ananya, Thara Parvati, and Thara Gita.
What are good sibling names for Thara?
Names that pair well with Thara as siblings include Ananya, Priya, Kavya, Arjun, Dhruv, Rohan, and Mitra.
How many syllables does Thara have?
Thara has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Thara a common or rare name?
Thara is an uncommon name, ranked #5059 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Thara
Thara is a girl name with Indian, Hindu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Sinhalese origins . The name means "star" in Sanskrit .
Thara is currently ranked #5,059 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Thara has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Thara include Tara. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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