Tamara

Q: What is the origin of Tamara?

Tamara is of Hebrew origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Tamara?

According to the latest SSA data, Tamara is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Tamara a boy name?

Tamara is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Date Palm"

Tamara derives from a Hebrew word for date palm and entered broader use through Slavic and European traditions.

Themes:biblicaltreeslavicfeminine

Biblical Nature Natural Unique Rare

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Tamara

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Tamara did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Tamara Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Tamara.

8 ideas

tamy

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tama

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tie

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mara

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aray

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Baby Name Lists That Include Tamara

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Tamara mean?

Tamara means "Date Palm". Tamara derives from a Hebrew word for date palm and entered broader use through Slavic and European traditions.

What is the origin of Tamara?

Tamara is of Hebrew origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Tamara?

According to the latest SSA data, Tamara is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Tamara a boy name?

Tamara is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Tamara?

Popular nicknames for Tamara include tamy, tama, tie, ty, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Tamara?

There are many names similar to Tamara in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginHebrew, Russian

Syllables3

Length6 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withT

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Abe Arron Aaden Avraham Ammon

Sisters

Ann Anita Alisha Abbie Annmarie

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