Taraj is an uncommon yet captivating female given name of African origin, particularly from the Yoruba ethnic group in Nigeria. It is derived from the word 'Otaraji', which means 'The journey has been long and difficult'. This naming practice is common among the Yoruba people, where names often carry profound meanings reflective of the child's birth circumstances or the parents' wishes for their child's future. Taraj, therefore, embodies resilience and perseverance in its root meaning.
The name Taraj experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years with a total of 35 births recorded between 2010 and 2016.