Hope
Derived from the Swahili word for hope or expectation. It is a modern choice that conveys a sense of optimism and aspiration, popularized in the West by actress Taraji P. Henson.
About 14 girls were named Taraji in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Academy Award-nominated actress known for 'Empire' and 'Hidden Figures'
The same feel as Taraji — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
