Taraji
Taraji is a girl's name of African origin.
Meaning
Hope or expectation.
Origin and history
Taraji is a Swahili name meaning 'hope' or 'expectation'. It gained recognition in the United States largely through the prominence of actress Taraji P. Henson. It remains a distinctive name with steady, moderate usage.
Popularity in the United States
2,764 babies in the United States have been named Taraji since 1880. It ranks #3364 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1870.
States where it is most popular
- FL (17.5 %)
- GA (9.8 %)
- TX (7.5 %)
- NC (6.1 %)
- NY (5.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 414 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,119 |
| 2020-2029 | 231 |
Famous people named Taraji
- Taraji P. Henson: Actress, Producer
Fun facts
- The name comes directly from the Swahili word 'taraji', which means to hope or expect.
- Usage of the name in the U.S. increased significantly following the rise to fame of Academy Award-nominated actress Taraji P. Henson.