Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • Search All Records
      • Census & Electoral Rolls
      • Birth, Marriage & Death, including Parish
      • Military
      • Wills & Probate
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Schools, Directories & Church Histories
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Blog
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
      • Careers
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2002-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Taralynn

      Origin

      English-speaking Countries

      Meaning

      Combination of Tara And Lynn

      Variations

      Caralynn, Karalynn, Maralynn
      The name Taralynn is a blend of two distinct names: Tara and Lynn. Tara has origins rooted in Irish and Sanskrit, meaning star in Sanskrit and hill or rocky place in Irish folklore. Lynn, on the other hand, is derived from Welsh, meaning lake or “waterfall.” The combination of these names creates Taralynn, which carries a sense of nature and beauty, embodying both celestial and aquatic elements.

      Historically, the names Tara and Lynn have been popular in various cultures, with significant meanings attached to them. Tara has been used since the 19th century in English-speaking countries, often associated with literary and cultural references. Lynn gained popularity in the United States in the early 20th century, frequently used as both a first name and a surname. The fusion into Taralynn appears to have emerged in the latter half of the 20th century as parents sought unique names that combine familiar elements.

      In modern contexts, Taralynn has emerged as a relatively unique name, appealing to those who appreciate its blended roots. While not as widely used as Tara or Lynn individually, Taralynn has found its niche among parents looking for distinctive names that maintain a connection to tradition. The name can be found in various social landscapes, particularly in the United States, and is often chosen for its lyrical sound and the personal significance of its component names.

      Based on our records...

      Billings

      Billings

      This is the most common surname associated with Taralynn.
      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. - © Mapbox - © OpenStreetMap - Improve this map

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA
      calendar.webp
      Based on our records...

      Did you know?

      1964 is when there were the most people born with the first name Taralynn.

      Explore the origins of another name.