"to sing, to praise with music"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Zamar
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A Hebrew name that literally means to sing praise
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Meaning & Origin
"song of praise"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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The Story of Zamar
Zamar comes from the Hebrew root zamar meaning to sing, to make music, or to praise in song. It appears throughout the Hebrew Bible, particularly in the Psalms, where it describes the act of singing praises to God. The name carries deep spiritual resonance in Jewish tradition and has been adopted by various communities who value its biblical roots.
Zamar remains a rare but steady name primarily used in religious Jewish communities and among African-American families who appreciate its biblical origins and musical meaning. It has gained modest visibility through social media and the growing interest in unique, meaningful names.
In Hebrew tradition, zamar is central to worship. The Psalms are filled with calls to zamar, to praise God through music. The name connects a child to this ancient tradition of sacred song and musical worship.
Historical Record
Zamar first appeared in US Social Security records in 1990.
Over 594 babies have been named Zamar in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Zamar is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #4,838 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The root zamar appears over 40 times in the Book of Psalms
- Many Psalms contain the instruction to zamar, sing praises, to God
Zamar in Other Languages
Arabic
زمر
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Hebrew
זמר
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Popularity Over Time
#4,838
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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King David
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Biblical king of Israel who composed many Psalms featuring the zamar tradition of musical praise
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,838
- Total SSA Count
- 21
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Jewish African-American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Zam
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zamar
What does the name Zamar mean?
"to sing, to praise with music" (from Hebrew). "song of praise" (from Hebrew). Zamar comes from the Hebrew root zamar meaning to sing, to make music, or to praise in song. It appears throughout the Hebrew Bible, particularly in the Psalms, where it describes the act of singing praises to God. The name carries deep spiritual resonance in Jewish tradition and has been adopted by various communities who value its biblical roots.
What is the origin of the name Zamar?
Zamar has Hebrew, Jewish, and African-American origins. In Hebrew, it means "to sing, to praise with music". In Hebrew, it means "song of praise".
Is Zamar a boy or girl name?
Zamar is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #4838. As a girl name, it is ranked #24613. Zamar is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Zamar?
Zamar is currently ranked #4838 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Zamar?
Common nicknames for Zamar include Zam.
What are good middle names for Zamar?
Popular middle name pairings include Zamar Isaiah, Zamar David, Zamar Elias, Zamar Aaron, Zamar Judah, and Zamar Solomon.
What are good sibling names for Zamar?
Names that pair well with Zamar as siblings include Zion, Ezra, Tobias, Miriam, Naomi, and Selah.
How many syllables does Zamar have?
Zamar has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Zamar a common or rare name?
Zamar is an uncommon name, ranked #4838 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Zamar
Zamar is a boy name with Hebrew, Jewish, and African-American origins . The name means "to sing, to praise with music" in Hebrew .
Is Zamar a boy or girl name? Zamar is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #4,838 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #24,613. Zamar is more commonly used as a boy name.
Zamar is currently ranked #4,838 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Zamar has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Zamar include Zam. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Zamar include Zamari, Zamarion . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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