Tara is a beautiful Indian baby name for a girl with Sanskrit origins. Star; the one who guides.

What does Tara mean?

Tara (तारा) means 'star' in Sanskrit. In Hindu mythology, Tara is a powerful goddess — wife of Brihaspati and mother of the moon. In Buddhism, Tara is one of the most important bodhisattvas, worshipped as the mother of liberation. The name spans two great religious traditions.

Why Indian families love Tara

Over 101 Indian families have chosen the name Tara and personalised it on a Zoey bag or nightsuit — making it one of the real names from our community of Indian parents.

Name details

• Meaning: Star; the one who guides
• Origin: Sanskrit
• Gender: Girl
• Starting letter: T

Famous people named Tara

• Tara (Hindu Goddess) — powerful goddess in Hinduism and Buddhism representing the star that guides — a symbol of compassion and strength.
• Tara Sharma — Indian actress and television host known for 'The Tara Sharma Show'.

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