Tareke

Arabic

"the one who knocks at the door"

Tareke Origin and Meaning

The name Tareke is a boy's name.

Tareke is a masculine name of Ethiopian and Eritrean origin, found predominantly in East African communities. The name often relates to concepts of strength, endurance, and historical significance in Amharic and Tigrinya languages. Tareke typically carries cultural connections to Ethiopian history and traditions, with possible meanings associated with foundations or stability. While common in Ethiopia and among Ethiopian diaspora communities, Tareke remains relatively rare globally, giving men with this name a distinctive cultural identifier internationally. The name's melodic quality and unique sound make it memorable, though those named Tareke outside East Africa may need to provide pronunciation guidance (typically tah-REH-keh).