US Popularity:7006
Origin:Arabic
Meaning:Night visitor; Knocker at the door; Bright star
Tarek is a masculine name of Arabic origin that will help baby shine bright. A variant of Tariq, this name translates to “night visitor” or “knocker at the door,” referring to visitors travelling at night. In the Qur'an, it also means “bright star,” which leads the way through the darkness. If you want to help baby to look on the bright side, even when covered in darkness, the name Tarek will act as their reminding beacon.

Tarek Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Tarek is currently #4107 on The Bump
Boy:Tarek is currently #2300 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Tarek is currently #7006 in U.S. births
Boy:Tarek is currently #3265 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#3265
in 2023
+ 129
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Name Doctor, Tarek

  • Behind the Name, Tarek, November 2019

  • Behind the Name, Tariq, April 2024

  • Quaranic Names, Tarek

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