Tarin
An English language word of unknown origin meaning woods or forest.
Name Census estimates that about 1,157 living Americans carry the first name Tarin. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 73.4% of registrations being female. The average person named Tarin today is around 34 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Tarin births was 1985 (78 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Tarin. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
1.2K
~ 1 in 296,244 Americans
Peak year
1985
78 babies that year
Average age
34
years old
2018 SSA rank
#10,615
Tracked since 1954
Gender
Gender distribution for Tarin
Tarin is one of the more evenly split names in the SSA data. Of the 1,209 total registrations, 322 (26.6%) were male and 887 (73.4%) were female.
Tarin as a male name
- Ranked #10,615 in 2018
- 7 male births in 2018
- Peak: 2008 (19 births)
Tarin as a female name
- Ranked #18,180 in 2017
- 5 female births in 2017
- Peak: 1985 (73 births)
Popularity
Tarin: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Tarin from the 1950s through to the 2010s, spanning 7 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 388 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Tarin by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Tarin during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Tarins live
The SSA's state-level files cover 4 states and territories. California, Texas, Michigan recorded the most babies named Tarin, while New York, Michigan, Texas recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 27 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Tarin
The name Tarin has its origins in the Persian language and culture, with roots dating back to the ancient Persian empires of the Middle East. It is derived from the Persian word "tar," which means "date palm" or "date tree." In Persian mythology and literature, the date palm was revered as a symbol of fertility, prosperity, and new life.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Tarin can be found in the epic poem "Shahnameh" (Book of Kings), written by the renowned Persian poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th century AD. In this literary masterpiece, Tarin is mentioned as a minor character, though the specific details surrounding this individual are somewhat unclear.
Throughout the medieval period, the name Tarin gained popularity among Persian nobility and aristocracy. One notable figure bearing this name was Tarin al-Mulk, a powerful vizier (minister) who served under the Seljuk Empire in the 11th century AD. His influence and political acumen played a significant role in shaping the empire's policies and administration.
As the Persian cultural influence spread across various regions, the name Tarin also found its way into other languages and cultures. In the Indian subcontinent, for instance, the name Tarin has been used by both Muslims and Hindus, often with slight variations in spelling or pronunciation.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Tarin in the Indian subcontinent can be found in the 16th century, when Tarin Khan, a prominent military commander, served under the Mughal Emperor Akbar. His bravery and military prowess earned him a reputation as a skilled warrior.
In more recent times, several notable individuals have borne the name Tarin, including Tarin Kowt (1804-1888), a renowned Afghan poet and scholar who made significant contributions to the literary and cultural landscape of Afghanistan.
Another figure of note is Tarin Browning (1930-2010), an American author and journalist who gained recognition for her works on social and political issues, particularly those related to women's rights and social justice.
Additionally, the name Tarin has been associated with various artistic and creative fields. For instance, Tarin Srithumsiri (born 1968) is a Thai film director and screenwriter, known for her thought-provoking and critically acclaimed works exploring societal issues.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Tarin throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human experience.
People
Tarin + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with T
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FAQ
Tarin: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Tarin?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,157 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Tarin going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 296,244 US residents.
Is Tarin a common name?
We classify Tarin as "Rare". It ranks above 91% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,209 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Tarin most popular?
The single biggest year for Tarin was 1985, when 78 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Tarin is about 34 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Tarin a female name?
Yes, 73.4% of people registered as Tarin in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.