Tamara

Pronunciation: [ t-uhm-AHR-uh ]

Girl Name #1,755 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Syllables

A biblical beauty rooted in Hebrew tradition

Hebrew Russian Eastern European English

Classic Elegant Vintage

Meaning & Origin

"date palm tree"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: English

"palm tree"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: Hebrew

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.

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

Hebrew Tamar

Italian Tamara

Russian Tamara

Spanish Tamara

Georgian Tamar

Famous People Named Tamara

Tamara de Lempicka

Artist

1898

Polish Art Deco painter known for her bold, sensuous style and portraits

Queen Tamar of Georgia

Royalty

1160

12th-century Queen of Georgia, venerated as a saint and celebrated as Georgia's greatest ruler

Tamara Fictional

Other

Title character of Mikhail Lermontov's famous 1841 Russian narrative poem

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

Tamar #2364

Common Nicknames

Tammy Tammi Tami

Pairs Well With

Tamara Rose Tamara Lynn Tamara Marie Tamara Louise Tamara Ann Tamara Joy

Sibling Names

Natasha Svetlana Sophia Dmitri Alexei Anastasia

Also a Boy Name

Tamara is also used as a boy name, ranked #39451.

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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.

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.