"date palm tree"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Tamara
Pronunciation: [ t-uhm-AHR-uh ]
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Meaning & Origin
"palm tree"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Tamara
Tamara comes from the Hebrew name Tamar, meaning date palm tree. In the Bible, Tamar was the daughter-in-law of Judah and later the name of a daughter of King David. The name spread widely through Eastern Europe, particularly Russia and Georgia, becoming a beloved classic in Slavic cultures.
Tamara was very popular in the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1960s-1980s in English-speaking countries and even more so in the Soviet Union and Eastern Europe. It has since declined in use but retains an elegant, timeless feel.
In Russia and Georgia, Tamara is a highly beloved name. Georgian Queen Tamar (12th-13th century) is one of the most celebrated rulers in the Caucasus region. The name appears in Lermontov's famous Russian poem Tamara.
Historical Record
Tamara first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 128,477 babies have been named Tamara in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tamara is past its peak , currently ranked #1,755 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Queen Tamar of Georgia (1160-1213) was the first female ruler of Georgia and is venerated as a saint
- The name Tamar appears three times in the Hebrew Bible
- Russian poet Mikhail Lermontov wrote a famous poem called Tamara in the 19th century
Tamara in Other Languages
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Tamar
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Tamara
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Tamara
Georgian
Tamar
Popularity Over Time
#1,755
Current Rank
Peaked 1974
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Queen Tamar of Georgia
Royalty
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Tamara Fictional
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Title character of Mikhail Lermontov's famous 1841 Russian narrative poem
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,755
- Total SSA Count
- 115
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Russian Eastern European English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Tammy
Tammi
Tami
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Timeless choice, Hebrew heritage match, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tamara
What does the name Tamara mean?
"date palm tree" (from Hebrew). "palm tree" (from Hebrew). Tamara comes from the Hebrew name Tamar, meaning date palm tree. In the Bible, Tamar was the daughter-in-law of Judah and later the name of a daughter of King David. The name spread widely through Eastern Europe, particularly Russia and Georgia, becoming a beloved classic in Slavic cultures.
What is the origin of the name Tamara?
Tamara has Hebrew, Russian, Eastern European, and English origins. In Hebrew, it means "date palm tree". In Hebrew, it means "palm tree".
Is Tamara a boy or girl name?
Tamara is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1755. As a boy name, it is ranked #39451. Tamara is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Tamara?
Tamara is pronounced t-uhm-AHR-uh.
How popular is the name Tamara?
Tamara is currently ranked #1755 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Tamara?
Common nicknames for Tamara include Tammy, Tammi, and Tami.
What are good middle names for Tamara?
Popular middle name pairings include Tamara Rose, Tamara Lynn, Tamara Marie, Tamara Louise, Tamara Ann, and Tamara Joy.
What are good sibling names for Tamara?
Names that pair well with Tamara as siblings include Natasha, Svetlana, Sophia, Dmitri, Alexei, and Anastasia.
How many syllables does Tamara have?
Tamara has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Tamara a common or rare name?
Tamara is an uncommon name, ranked #1755 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Tamara?
Related spellings include Tamar.
About the Name Tamara
Tamara is a girl name with Hebrew, Russian, Eastern European, and English origins . The name means "date palm tree" in Hebrew .
Is Tamara a boy or girl name? Tamara is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,755 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #39,451. Tamara is more commonly used as a girl name.
Tamara is currently ranked #1,755 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Tamara has 3 syllables and is pronounced t-uhm-AHR-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Tamara include Tammy, Tammi, and Tami. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Tamara include Tamar . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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