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Tariro

Girl name · African

Meaninghope · Shona

Tariro is an African girl name meaning “hope”, 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 Tariro

Tariro is a girl name of African origin meaning “hope”. 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 Tariro at school.

Origin:African names

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Questions about the name Tariro

What does the name Tariro mean?

Tariro means “hope” and comes from Shona. Names built around “hope” have been loved for generations, and give a child a meaning worth sharing when someone asks about their name. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Hope (“hope”), Nadia (“hope”), Esperanza (“hope”) and Amal (“hope”).

What is the origin of the name Tariro?

Tariro is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Shona. Other African names to consider are Layla (“night”), Zuri (“beautiful”), Aisha (“alive”) and Amber (“amber resin”).

Is Tariro a boy or girl name?

Tariro is a girl name.

What names are similar to Tariro?

If you like Tariro, you might also like Hope, Nadia, Esperanza and Amal.

What should I know before naming my baby Tariro?

Tariro is an African girl name meaning “hope”, 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.