Takara Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtah-KAH-rah / tɑːˈkɑːrəJapanese
Meaning
treasure; precious
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Takara is of Japanese origin and is often associated with positive connotations of value and worth. In Japan, names are frequently chosen for their meanings, and Takara reflects a cultural appreciation for beauty and rarity. The use of the kanji character for 'treasure' emphasizes the importance of family and cherished relationships in Japanese culture.
Trend Summary
The name Takara has seen limited use in the United States, with occasional spikes in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Takarae
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Takara was first seen in the United States in 1974. Takara has ranked as high as #1038 nationally, which occurred in 1983, and has been most popular in Florida, California, New York, Illinois, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Takara has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Takara (2008)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 58 |
| 1983 | 78 |
| 1984 | 54 |
| 1985 | 52 |
| 1986 | 55 |
| 1987 | 49 |
| 1988 | 38 |
| 1989 | 51 |
| 1990 | 52 |
| 1991 | 43 |
| 1992 | 46 |
| 1993 | 51 |
| 1994 | 41 |
| 1995 | 24 |
| 1996 | 43 |
| 1997 | 39 |
| 1998 | 38 |
| 1999 | 39 |
| 2000 | 44 |
| 2001 | 30 |
| 2002 | 34 |
| 2003 | 30 |
| 2004 | 43 |
| 2005 | 33 |
| 2006 | 55 |
| 2007 | 36 |
| 2008 | 26 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 29 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2024 | 9 |