Taras: Name day

Name day

Taras is traditionally honored with name day celebrations on February 24th in Ukraine. Furthermore, Poland recognizes multiple name days for Taras, which are celebrated on March 9th and October 25th.

Taras Meaning Origin History Mood

Taras is a historically significant, definitively masculine name stemming from ancient Greek origins, often interpreted to mean concepts related to "restless" or referring to the city of Tarentum. Its history is heavily tied to Eastern European culture, where it gained prominence, particularly in Ukraine. In the USA, it remains a relatively rare name, primarily used within diaspora communities to maintain cultural ties. The name projects a strong, classic mood, suggesting resilience, dignity, and deep historical roots. It avoids modern or playful tones, leaning instead toward grounded intellectualism.

Name Day List: Taras

Country	Day	Month	Names
Ukraine	24	February	Taras
Poland	9	March	Apollo, Dominik, Franciszka, Katarzyna, Mścisława, Prudencjusz, Taras
Poland	25	October	Bończa, Bonifacy, Chryzant, Daria, Inga, Kryspin, Maur, Sambor, Taras, Teodozjusz, Wilhelmina

Name Day List - similar names (Taras)

Country	Day	Month	Names
Greece	25	February	Tarasios, Riginos
Lithuania	5	May	Angelas, Anielius, Barvydas, Gintaras, Pijus
Lithuania	28	July	Ada, Augmina, Inocentas, Vytaras
Lithuania	13	October	Eduardas, Edvardas, Mintaras, Nartaute, Venacijus
Lithuania	22	October	Aliodija, Mingede, Severinas, Viltaras
Lithuania	27	December	Dautaras, Fabijole, Gedvine