Tarasa Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: tah-RAH-sah /tɑˈrɑːsə/
Origin: Slavic; Ukrainian
Meaning: Ukrainian: 'of Taras'; Slavic: 'to be brave'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tarasa has its roots in the Greek name Tarasios, which is derived from the word 'taras', meaning 'to disturb' or 'to trouble'. This name is historically associated with Saint Tarasios, a prominent figure in the Eastern Orthodox Church who served as the Patriarch of Constantinople during the 8th century.
His tenure was marked by significant theological debates, particularly regarding the veneration of icons, which were central to the religious practices of the time. The name Tarasa, as a feminine form, likely emerged in various cultures influenced by Greek and Byzantine traditions, particularly in Slavic regions where the name has been adopted and adapted.
The name gained further prominence through its association with various saints and historical figures, particularly in Eastern Europe. In the 9th century, the spread of Christianity in Slavic territories facilitated the adoption of names like Tarasa, which were often linked to religious figures.
The name's usage was reinforced by the translation of religious texts into Slavic languages, including the Old Church Slavonic, which helped to establish a cultural and spiritual identity among Slavic peoples. Culturally, Tarasa carries connotations of strength and resilience, reflecting the historical significance of its bearers in religious and cultural contexts.
The name has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, often symbolizing a connection to faith and tradition. In some Slavic languages, diminutive forms such as Tara may also be used, highlighting the name's versatility and enduring appeal throughout history.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tarasa was first seen in the United States in 1968.
Tarasa has ranked as high as #1087 nationally, which occurred in 1968, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Tarasa has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Tarasa is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Tarasa was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Tarasa
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Tarasa.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1968 | 7 |