Taru
Fact sheet
- Name
- Taru
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Taru, used for girls, originates from the Finnish language. Its direct translation is 'the Legendary' or 'the Myth'.
What does the name Taru mean?
Taru is a feminine first name that originates from Finnish. It translates to 'the Legendary' or 'the Myth' and has its roots in the Finnish term taru, which means 'saga', 'legend', or 'myth'. Additionally, Taru is often regarded as a diminutive of the name Tarja.
Where does the name Taru come from?
The etymology of Taru lies in Finnish, where the name carries the meaning 'the Legendary'. The Finnish term taru encompasses the meanings of saga, legend, and myth. The language is Finnish.
How do you pronounce Taru?
Taru is pronounced like 'Taru', with emphasis on the first syllable.
Popularity
In Germany, Taru is considered a rare name. In 2022, it ranked 5,539th on the list of the most popular feminine names. The name achieved its best ranking in 2013, reaching 3,816th place. Over the last ten years, Taru has been used as a first name fewer than 10 times, placing it at 11,442nd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 9,410th.
Famous people
- Taru Alho (Finnish volleyball player)
- Taru Lahti (Finnish beach volleyball player)
- Taru Laihanen (Finnish footballer)
- Taru Makela (film director from Finland)
- Taru Mateti (Indian long-distance runner)
- Taru Rinne (Finnish motorcycle racer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Taru
Where does the name Taru come from?
Taru is a feminine first name of Finnish origin.
What does the name Taru mean?
The name Taru means 'the Legendary' and is derived from the Finnish word for saga, legend, or myth.
How popular is the name Taru?
Taru is a rather rare name, but it is appreciated in Finland and other Scandinavian countries.