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Tafara

Boy name · African

Meaningwe are happy · Shona

Tafara is an African boy name meaning “we are happy”, with Shona roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.

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Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Tafara

Tafara is a boy name of African origin meaning “we are happy”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Tafara at school.

Origin:African names

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Questions about the name Tafara

What does the name Tafara mean?

Tafara means “we are happy” and comes from Shona. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Asher (“happy, blessed”), Felix (“lucky, happy”), Said (“happy, fortunate”) and Kota (“often happy and big”).

What is the origin of the name Tafara?

Tafara is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Shona. Other African names to consider are Cairo (“the victorious”), Asa (“healer”), Zaire (“river”) and Omari (“long-lived”).

Is Tafara a boy or girl name?

Tafara is a boy name.

What names are similar to Tafara?

If you like Tafara, you might also like Asher, Felix, Said and Kota.

What should I know before naming my baby Tafara?

Tafara is an African boy name meaning “we are happy”, with Shona roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.