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Taha Name

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Meaning, origin, and cultural context at a glance. Last updated: 2026-06-29.

Arabic
Male
Rare
Islamic
Meaning

Mysterious letters of pure sacred chapter

Description

Taha consists of two Arabic letters that open the twentieth chapter of the Quran Surah Taha.

These are among the muqattaat or mysterious disjointed letters.

The name is popular across Muslim communities particularly in South Asia the Arab world and Turkey.

History

Surah Taha is named after its opening letters and contains the narrative of Prophet Musa.

Islamic tradition interprets Taha as one of the names or titles of Prophet Muhammad.

The surah addresses themes of prophecy divine guidance and the story of Adam.

The name has been used in Islamic naming traditions for centuries.

It became particularly popular in Turkey South Asia and the Arab world.

The practice of naming children after Quranic elements reflects deep religious devotion.

In modern times Taha remains popular across Muslim communities.

The names direct Quranic connection and its distinctive sound have sustained its appeal.

It is used across diverse Muslim cultures globally.

Variants

Tahaa

Resources & Data Confidence

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Behind the Name

etymology

Quran.com - Surah Taha

religious reference

Wiktionary

linguistic reference

Quranic Arabic Corpus - Surah Taha

religious reference