Tamra

Q: What is the origin of Tamra?

Tamra 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 Tamra?

According to the latest SSA data, Tamra 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 Tamra a girl name?

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

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Palm Tree"

Variant of Tamara from Hebrew for palm tree, used in multiple languages and popularized in English-speaking contexts during the twentieth century.

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

Popularity History of Tamra

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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

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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

Tamra Nicknames

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

8 ideas

tamy

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tamr

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tie

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amra

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mray

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AN-uh

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“Ash Tree Clearing”

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AN-juh-luh

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“Grace; Favor”

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Baby Name Lists That Include Tamra

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Tamra mean?

Tamra means "Palm Tree". Variant of Tamara from Hebrew for palm tree, used in multiple languages and popularized in English-speaking contexts dur

What is the origin of Tamra?

Tamra 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 Tamra?

According to the latest SSA data, Tamra 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 Tamra a girl name?

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

What are good nicknames for Tamra?

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

What names are similar to Tamra?

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

Quick Facts

OriginHebrew

Syllables2

Length5 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withT

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Abe Arron Aaden Avraham Ammon

Sisters

Ann Anita Alisha Abbie Annmarie

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