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UK girl's name

Tahani

A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "supplication" or "to pray".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Tahani is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Tahani popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3318, with 7 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 11 births.

This profile covers 137 England and Wales registrations across 22 recorded years from 1999 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 64% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 136 living people in the UK are called Tahani. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Tahani ranked #3318 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 7 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2010, when 11 girls were registered as Tahani.
  • About 136 living people in the UK are estimated to have Tahani as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#3318

2024

Births in 2024

7

Latest year

Peak year

2010

11 births

Estimated living

136

2026

Meaning

What does Tahani mean?

The name Tahani is of Arabic origin and is derived from the word "Hanaa," which means "joy" or "happiness." It is a feminine name that has been used for centuries in the Arab world and has gained popularity in other regions as well.

Historically, the name Tahani can be traced back to the 7th century, during the time of the Islamic Golden Age. It was a common name among Arab women, and some of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in ancient Arabic texts and poetry.

One of the earliest known references to the name Tahani is found in the work of the renowned Arab poet Al-Mutanabbi, who lived in the 10th century. In one of his poems, he mentions a woman named Tahani, describing her as a beauty with a radiant smile.

Throughout the centuries, the name Tahani has been associated with various historical figures and prominent individuals. One of the most notable is Tahani al-Jaziri, a renowned 12th-century Arab poet and scholar from Baghdad. She was known for her eloquent poetry and her contributions to the field of Arabic literature.

Another notable figure with the name Tahani is Tahani al-Gebali, an Egyptian actress and singer who rose to fame in the mid-20th century. She was born in 1925 and is considered one of the most influential figures in the history of Egyptian cinema.

In the modern era, the name Tahani has gained popularity beyond the Arab world. One of the most famous contemporary figures with this name is Tahani Al-Rashidi, a Kuwaiti businesswoman and philanthropist. She is known for her contributions to various charitable organizations and her efforts to promote women's empowerment in the Middle East.

Another notable individual with the name Tahani is Tahani Rached, a Lebanese-Canadian writer and filmmaker. She was born in 1972 and is known for her work exploring themes of identity, immigration, and cultural diversity.

Tahani Salah, an Egyptian squash player, is another prominent figure who has carried this name. Born in 1989, she has won numerous international tournaments and has been ranked among the top squash players in the world.

The name Tahani has a rich history and cultural significance, spanning centuries and crossing geographical boundaries. It is a name that has been borne by poets, scholars, artists, and achievers, all of whom have contributed to the cultural tapestry of their respective societies.

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Popularity

Tahani over time

The chart below shows babies named Tahani registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1999 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Tahani, the clearest high point is 2010. The latest England and Wales figure is 7 births in 2024, compared with 11 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Tahani
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Decades

Tahani by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Tahani was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #4260 25 5
2010s #3424 56 8
2000s #2936 53 8
1990s #3900 3 1

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FAQ

Tahani: questions and answers

How popular is the name Tahani in the UK right now?

In 2024, Tahani was ranked #3318 for girls in England and Wales, with 7 births registered.

When was Tahani most popular?

The peak year on record was 2010, with 11 babies registered as Tahani in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Tahani?

A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "supplication" or "to pray".

How many people are called Tahani in the UK?

A total of 137 babies have been registered as Tahani across the 22 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.