UK name, mostly boys
Tarren
A Celtic name meaning thunder or potentially a variation of Terrence.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Tarren is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Tarren popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4527, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1999, with 4 births.
This profile covers 26 England and Wales registrations across 8 recorded years from 1996 to 2009. 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 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 26 living people in the UK are called Tarren. 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 2010 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Tarren ranked #4527 for boys in England and Wales in 2009, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1999, when 4 boys were registered as Tarren.
- • About 26 living people in the UK are estimated to have Tarren as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 89.7% of Tarren registrations are for boys.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4527
2009
Births in 2009
3
Latest year
Peak year
1999
4 births
Estimated living
26
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Tarren
In England and Wales birth records, Tarren has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 89.7% of registrations are for boys and 10.3% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Tarren registered for boys
- Ranked #4,527 in 2009
- 3 boys registered in 2009
- Peak: 1999 (4 births)
Tarren registered for girls
- Ranked #3,795 in 1996
- 3 girls registered in 1996
- Peak: 1996 (3 births)
Meaning
What does Tarren mean?
The given name Tarren is believed to have its origins in the ancient Celtic language, which was spoken in various regions of Western Europe, including modern-day Britain, Ireland, and parts of France. The name likely emerged during the Iron Age period, which spanned from approximately the 8th century BC to the 1st century AD.
Tarren is thought to be derived from the Celtic root word "tar," which means "to cross over" or "to traverse." This suggests that the name may have been associated with travelers, explorers, or those who journeyed across lands or bodies of water. It could also be related to the concept of transition or transformation.
While there are no definitive records of the name appearing in ancient texts or religious scriptures, some scholars believe that variations of the name, such as "Taran" or "Taranis," were used by Celtic tribes to refer to deities associated with thunder, storms, or the sky. However, these connections remain speculative.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Tarren dates back to the 11th century, when a Welsh nobleman named Tarren ap Ithel was mentioned in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of landowners and properties commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Tarren. One example is Tarren Barrow (1899-1982), a British rugby union player who represented England in the 1920s and played for the Leicester Tigers club. Another is Tarren Bragdon (born 1976), an American politician and former member of the Maine House of Representatives.
In the realm of literature, Tarren Mirriss (1923-2000) was an Australian poet and author known for his works exploring themes of nature, identity, and the Australian landscape. Tarren Shearston (born 1982) is a contemporary Australian artist and sculptor whose works have been exhibited internationally.
Finally, Tarren Handley (born 1990) is a Canadian professional ice hockey player who has played in various minor leagues and competed for Canada's national team in international tournaments.
These examples showcase the diverse backgrounds and accomplishments of individuals named Tarren throughout history, spanning various fields such as sports, politics, literature, art, and athletics.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Tarren over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Tarren in England and Wales, from 1996 to 2009. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Tarren, the clearest high point is 1999. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2009, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Tarren by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Tarren 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3655 | 13 | 4 |
| 1990s | #2762 | 13 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Tarren
- Thomas 160,894
- Tyler 42,147
- Theo 40,594
- Toby 32,482
- Theodore 30,211
- Tommy 25,300
- Teddy 20,781
- Taylor 14,354
- Tobias 13,102
- Tom 9,822
- Tristan 9,171
- Timothy 6,200
FAQ
Tarren: questions and answers
How popular is the name Tarren in the UK right now?
In 2009, Tarren was ranked #4527 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Tarren most popular?
The peak year on record was 1999, with 4 babies registered as Tarren in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Tarren?
A Celtic name meaning thunder or potentially a variation of Terrence.
How many people are called Tarren in the UK?
A total of 26 babies have been registered as Tarren across the 8 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.