Tariq
Tariq is a Muslim boy name meaning “Night visitor, the piercing star”.
| Meaning | Night visitor, the piercing star |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | طارق |
| Pronunciation | TAH-rik |
| Arabic root | ط ر ق (ṭ-r-q) — to knock, to come by night |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Tariq
Tariq is the standard transliteration of Ṭāriq, literally one who knocks at night, which the Quran applies to a brilliant star. Surah 86 of the Quran is named al-Ṭāriq. Ṭāriq ibn Ziyād, the Berber general who led the Muslim landing in Spain, gave his name to Gibraltar.
Is Tariq a Muslim name?
Yes. Tariq is a well-known Muslim name and the title of Surah al-Ṭāriq.
Is Tariq in the Quran?
'By the sky and the night-comer (al-ṭāriq)... it is the piercing star' (Quran 86:1–3).
Where is the name Tariq used?
Used throughout the Muslim world, especially in Pakistan, the Arab world and the West.
Gifts with the name Tariq
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tariq mean?
Tariq means 'Night visitor, the piercing star'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Tariq a Muslim name?
Yes. Tariq is a well-known Muslim name and the title of Surah al-Ṭāriq.
How do you write Tariq in Arabic?
Tariq is written طارق in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Tariq?
Tariq is pronounced TAH-rik.
Is Tariq mentioned in the Quran?
'By the sky and the night-comer (al-ṭāriq)... it is the piercing star' (Quran 86:1–3).