Tarig
Tarig is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, Sudanese spelling origin, meaning “Night visitor, morning star”.
| Meaning | Night visitor, morning star |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Sudanese spelling |
| Written as | طارق |
| Pronunciation | TAH-rig |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Sudan, Gulf States, Yemen |
Meaning and origin of Tarig
Sudanese families, along with some in Yemen and the Gulf, write Ṭāriq as Tarig because they pronounce the letter qāf like a hard g. Nothing changes in the meaning. The root, ṭ-r-q, still points to a visitor who arrives after nightfall, and the name still recalls the brilliant star of Surah al-Ṭāriq. In Sudan this form is among the most recognisable names a boy can carry.
Is Tarig a Muslim name?
Tarig is the Sudanese version of Tariq, a name that doubles as the title of a surah: 'By the sky and the night-comer (al-ṭāriq)... it is the piercing star' (Quran 86:1–3).
How popular is Tarig?
It is very common in Sudan and among Sudanese communities abroad.
Gifts with the name Tarig
- Tarig name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Tarig baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Tarig
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tarig mean?
Tarig means 'Night visitor, morning star'. It is of Arabic, Sudanese spelling origin.
Is Tarig a Muslim name?
Tarig is the Sudanese version of Tariq, a name that doubles as the title of a surah: 'By the sky and the night-comer (al-ṭāriq)... it is the piercing star' (Quran 86:1–3).
How do you pronounce Tarig?
Tarig is pronounced TAH-rig.
Is Tarig a boy or girl name?
Tarig is usually a boy name.