Tariq
morning star
- Origin
- Arabic
- Religion
- Muslim
- Gender
- Boy
- Country
- Morocco
- Pronunciation
- TAH-rik
- Popularity
- stable
About the name Tariq
Tariq is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning "morning star". It is most commonly used in Muslim families and is especially popular in Morocco.
Tariq means 'the one who knocks' and, in Qur'anic usage, the morning star. It is also a name from history: Tariq ibn Ziyad led the 711 crossing into Iberia, and Gibraltar takes its name from him (Jabal Tariq, Tariq's mountain). That mix of celestial meaning and historical footprint keeps it popular from Morocco to Pakistan.
Variants and spellings: Tarek, Tarik, Tarrick.
Popularity trend: Tariq has held a steady level of use rather than spiking or fading.
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Frequently asked about Tariq
- What does the name Tariq mean?
- Tariq means "morning star". It's a boy name of Arabic origin, most commonly used in Muslim families and popular in Morocco.
- Where does the name Tariq come from?
- Tariq originates from Arabic. On Babbloom it's classified in the Muslim naming tradition.
- Is Tariq a boy or girl name?
- Tariq is a boy name.