Tariq
Meaning: Lion and eagle — fierce nobility soaring high
Origin: Hebrew/Norse
Gender: Boy
Rank in France: #2579
Total births: 365
History: A variant or related form of Tari, meaning lion, eagle.
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| Current rank (2021) | #1845 |
| Babies named Tariq in 2021 | 14 |
| Total recorded in France | 346 |
| Peak year | 2013 (15 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #1355 |
| Years in records | 1972–2021 (42 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 698 spots |
Frequently asked about Tariq
What does the name Tariq mean?
Tariq means “Lion and eagle — fierce nobility soaring high” from Hebrew/Norse roots.
What is the origin of the name Tariq?
Tariq has Hebrew/Norse origin. The traditional meaning is “Lion and eagle — fierce nobility soaring high”.
How popular is Tariq in France?
Tariq ranked #1845 in France in 2021 — given to 14 babies that year.
When was Tariq most popular?
Tariq peaked in 2013 with 15 babies registered that year in France.
Is Tariq a boy or girl name?
Tariq is predominantly a boys' name in France — over 90% of Tariqs in registered births are male.
Is the name Tariq rising or falling in popularity?
Tariq has risen 698 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in France — from #2543 in 2016 to #1845 in 2021.
How long has Tariq been recorded in France?
Tariq appears in birth records in France across 42 years — from 1972 through 2021.