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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Thunder god
- Origin
- Gaulish (Celtic)
- Pronunciation
- TAR-uh-niss
Taranis is a name from the Gaulish language, spoken by the Celtic peoples of ancient Gaul, and it means "thunder god." It's pronounced TAR-uh-niss, with the stress on the first syllable. If you're drawn to names with a strong, elemental sound and Celtic roots, this one fits.
Meaning & Origin of Taranis
Meaning: Thunder god.
Origin: Gaulish (Celtic).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Taranis
TAR-uh-nissIPA /ˈtærənɪs/
Popularity of Taranis
Taranis does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
FAQ
What does the name Taranis mean?
Thunder god. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Taranis?
Taranis is pronounced TAR-uh-niss (IPA: /ˈtærənɪs/).
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