Taras is a name of Ukrainian origin and meaning "snow". It is derived from the Slavic word "tar" which means "snow". The name Taras has a rich history in Ukraine, particularly in connection with the famous poet Taras Shevchenko who was born with the name Taras. He became known for his poetry and paintings that promoted Ukrainian nationalism and culture during the 19th century. Today, Taras remains a popular name in Ukraine and other Slavic countries.
The name Taras experienced varied popularity over the past century, with peaks occurring between 1964 and 1974, and again from 1998 to 2008. The most popular year for the name was 1965, with a total of 26 births. However, since the late 2000s, the popularity of the name has significantly declined, with only 5 or fewer births annually since 2014. Overall, there have been 660 recorded births named Taras from 1922 to 2023.