Tariq
t(a)-riq
Popularity:
2874
Origin:
Arabic
Meaning:
night visitor; he who knocks at the door; morning star
Remember baby’s welcome arrival with a name like Tariq. A masculine name of Arabic origin, this name means “night visitor” or “he who knocks at the door.” Because of the high temperatures in the Arabian Peninsula during the day, it was common for people to visit at night. In the cool darkness of night with stars leading your way, it makes perfect sense why Tariq also means “morning star.” If baby’s up whenever the moon’s up, the name Tariq with fit them easily.