Tarek
Tarek is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Morning star, or one who knocks at the door.
Origin and history
Tarek is a traditional Arabic masculine name derived from the word for a morning star or one who knocks at the door. It has a steady presence in the United States as a modest, recognizable choice among families seeking Arabic heritage or international appeal. In modern usage, it remains a distinctive yet accessible choice.
Popularity in the United States
2,278 babies in the United States have been named Tarek since 1880. It ranks #2713 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1742.
States where it is most popular
- CA (37.4 %)
- NY (28.7 %)
- TX (11.4 %)
- MI (9.5 %)
- FL (4.8 %)
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 | 76 |
| 1970-1980 | 242 |
| 1980-1990 | 383 |
| 1990-2000 | 553 |
| 2000-2010 | 444 |
| 2010-2019 | 395 |
| 2020-2029 | 185 |
Famous people named Tarek
- Tarek El Moussa: Television Personality, Real Estate Investor
Fun facts
- At-Tariq is the 86th chapter of the Quran, giving the name a strong historical and literary foundation.
- Tariq ibn Ziyad was a famous Umayyad commander who led the conquest of Visigothic Hispania.