| Meaning | morning star |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Ta-riq |
Tariq is an elegant and meaningful baby boy name of Arabic origin that has gained popularity worldwide. Derived from the Arabic word for "morning star" or "he who knocks at the door," Tariq carries with it a sense of guidance and illumination. Like the shining star it symbolizes, Tariq represents the idea of lighting up the path ahead and offering hope even in the darkest times.
Choosing the name Tariq for your son brings with it a sense of cultural richness and a connection to the Arabic heritage. With variations like Tarek and Tarique, the name offers flexibility while retaining its captivating essence.
As your little Tariq grows, he may be fondly called Tar or Taz by family and friends. This name has been carried by accomplished individuals throughout history, from prominent writers and politicians to talented sportsmen and artists, making it a name with a legacy of success.
Naming your baby boy Tariq is a beautiful choice, one that embraces the brilliance of a guiding star and sets a promising course for his future.
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| Tariq Ali | British-Pakistani writer |
| Tariq Ramadan | Swiss-Muslim academic and writer |
| Tariq Lamptey | English footballer |
| Tariq Trotter | American rapper, better known as Black Thought |
| Tariq Harb | Canadian classical guitarist |
| Tariq Jahan | British peace activist |
| Tariq ibn Ziyad | 8th-century Muslim military leader |
| Tariq Saifullah Khan | Pakistani politician |
| Tariq Mahmood Ahmad | British politician |
| Tariq Anwar | Indian politician |
| Tariq ibn Shihab | Companion of Prophet Muhammad |
| Tariq Abdul-Wahad | French-American former NBA player |
| Tariq Kirksay | American professional basketball player |
| Tariq Krim | French entrepreneur and founder of Netvibes |
| Tariq Sims | Australian rugby league player |
| Tariq al-Hashimi | Vice President of Iraq |
| Tariq Aziz | American broadcast journalist |
| Tariq Malik | character from the video game "Call of Duty - Modern Warfare" |
| Tariq Hashmi | character from the TV series "Homeland" |
| Tariq Baker | character from the novel "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas |
| Tariq Anwar | character from the TV series "Power" |
| Tariq Haddad | character from the TV series "Quantico" |
| Tariq Johnson | character from the TV series "Snowfall" |
| Tariq Nasheed | character from the film "Hidden Colors" documentary series |
| Tariq Ahmad | character from the TV series "The Blacklist" |
| Tariq Al-Fayeed | character from the TV series "Tyrant" |
| Tariq Abdul-Rashid | character from the book "Tariq Meets the Didge" by Dahlia L. Afi |
| Tariq Alireza | character from the TV series "The West Wing" |
| Tariq Al-Ahad | character from the video game "Assassin's Creed Chronicles - Russia" |
| Tariq Winters | character from the TV series "The L Word" |
| Tariq the Gatekeeper | character from the video game "Destiny 2" |
| Tariq Abdul-Matin | character from the TV series "The Brave" |
| Tariq "Blacktop" Jamal | character from the film "Like Mike" |
| Tariq El-Ibrahimi | character from the film "Rendition" |
| Tariq Khalil | character from the TV series "24 - Legacy" |
| Tariq Baba | character from the TV series "The Secret Life of Us" |
| Tariq Toomes | character from the TV series "Spider-Man - The Animated Series" |