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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: tah-MAH-rah //təˈmɑːrə//
Origin: Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning: Hebrew: palm tree; Arabic: elevated place
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tamara has its roots in the Hebrew language, derived from the word "tamar," which means "date palm." This etymology reflects a connection to nature, symbolizing beauty and fruitfulness. The name appears in the Hebrew Bible, notably in the story of Tamar, the daughter-in-law of Judah, who is mentioned in the Book of Genesis.
The name was later adopted into Greek as "Tamar" and subsequently made its way into Latin and various European languages, including Old French, before entering the English lexicon. Historically, the name Tamara has been associated with various notable figures and cultural references.
In the 19th century, it gained prominence through literary works and translations, including the King James Bible, which helped solidify its presence in English-speaking cultures. The name has also been linked to various saints and biblical characters, contributing to its enduring significance in religious and cultural contexts.
The use of Tamara in literature and art during the Renaissance further enhanced its appeal, as it was often associated with themes of beauty and virtue. Culturally, Tamara has been embraced in various traditions, often symbolizing resilience and strength, much like the date palm tree itself, which thrives in arid conditions.
The name has been utilized in folklore and storytelling, reinforcing its connection to themes of survival and prosperity. Additionally, diminutive forms such as Tami have emerged, reflecting a more affectionate or familiar usage while maintaining the name's original essence.
Overall, Tamara's linguistic roots and historical significance contribute to its lasting resonance across cultures and eras.
Famous people named Tamara
In this section, you will find notable people named Tamara. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Tamara who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Tamara Mowry is an actress best known for Sister, Sister, Twitches, and The Real.
Fictional characters named Tamara
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Tamara is a fictional character from the novel and film Tamara. She is a high school student who becomes the target of a supernatural revenge plot after her tragic death.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tamara was first seen in the United States in 1917.
Tamara has ranked as high as #141 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, New York, Texas, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Tamara has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Tamara is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Tamara was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Tamara.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 111 | 0 | 111 |
| 2024 | 115 | 0 | 115 |
| 2023 | 109 | 0 | 109 |
| 2022 | 120 | 0 | 120 |
| 2021 | 106 | 0 | 106 |
| 2020 | 107 | 0 | 107 |
| 2019 | 124 | 0 | 124 |
| 2018 | 114 | 0 | 114 |
| 2017 | 141 | 0 | 141 |
| 2016 | 155 | 0 | 155 |
| 2015 | 181 | 0 | 181 |
| 2014 | 168 | 0 | 168 |
| 2013 | 187 | 0 | 187 |
| 2012 | 203 | 0 | 203 |
| 2011 | 217 | 0 | 217 |
| 2010 | 231 | 0 | 231 |
| 2009 | 300 | 0 | 300 |
| 2008 | 352 | 0 | 352 |
| 2007 | 416 | 0 | 416 |
| 2006 | 416 | 0 | 416 |
| 2005 | 438 | 0 | 438 |
| 2004 | 503 | 0 | 503 |
| 2003 | 575 | 0 | 575 |
| 2002 | 802 | 5 | 797 |
| 2001 | 623 | 0 | 623 |
| 2000 | 681 | 0 | 681 |
| 1999 | 750 | 0 | 750 |
| 1998 | 879 | 0 | 879 |
| 1997 | 933 | 0 | 933 |
| 1996 | 1,004 | 0 | 1,004 |
| 1995 | 1,070 | 0 | 1,070 |
| 1994 | 1,131 | 0 | 1,131 |
| 1993 | 1,020 | 0 | 1,020 |
| 1992 | 1,265 | 0 | 1,265 |
| 1991 | 1,268 | 6 | 1,262 |
| 1990 | 1,390 | 9 | 1,381 |
| 1989 | 1,499 | 13 | 1,486 |
| 1988 | 1,537 | 6 | 1,531 |
| 1987 | 1,742 | 7 | 1,735 |
| 1986 | 2,111 | 10 | 2,101 |
| 1985 | 2,007 | 16 | 1,991 |
| 1984 | 2,298 | 9 | 2,289 |
| 1983 | 2,293 | 13 | 2,280 |
| 1982 | 2,372 | 11 | 2,361 |
| 1981 | 2,664 | 11 | 2,653 |
| 1980 | 2,821 | 13 | 2,808 |
| 1979 | 2,904 | 19 | 2,885 |
| 1978 | 2,807 | 6 | 2,801 |
| 1977 | 3,145 | 19 | 3,126 |
| 1976 | 3,102 | 16 | 3,086 |
| 1975 | 3,646 | 17 | 3,629 |
| 1974 | 4,548 | 23 | 4,525 |
| 1973 | 4,305 | 19 | 4,286 |
| 1972 | 3,549 | 18 | 3,531 |
| 1971 | 4,501 | 15 | 4,486 |
| 1970 | 4,733 | 12 | 4,721 |
| 1969 | 4,665 | 13 | 4,652 |
| 1968 | 4,323 | 15 | 4,308 |
| 1967 | 4,010 | 10 | 4,000 |
| 1966 | 3,493 | 11 | 3,482 |
| 1965 | 3,580 | 18 | 3,562 |
| 1964 | 3,821 | 14 | 3,807 |
| 1963 | 3,989 | 9 | 3,980 |
| 1962 | 3,827 | 5 | 3,822 |
| 1961 | 3,735 | 7 | 3,728 |
| 1960 | 3,673 | 8 | 3,665 |
| 1959 | 3,808 | 9 | 3,799 |
| 1958 | 3,412 | 0 | 3,412 |
| 1957 | 1,851 | 5 | 1,846 |
| 1956 | 728 | 0 | 728 |
| 1955 | 670 | 0 | 670 |
| 1954 | 664 | 0 | 664 |
| 1953 | 583 | 0 | 583 |
| 1952 | 531 | 0 | 531 |
| 1951 | 471 | 0 | 471 |
| 1950 | 387 | 0 | 387 |
| 1949 | 352 | 0 | 352 |
| 1948 | 324 | 0 | 324 |
| 1947 | 373 | 0 | 373 |
| 1946 | 306 | 0 | 306 |
| 1945 | 194 | 0 | 194 |
| 1944 | 193 | 0 | 193 |
| 1943 | 168 | 0 | 168 |
| 1942 | 133 | 0 | 133 |
| 1941 | 143 | 0 | 143 |
| 1940 | 179 | 0 | 179 |
| 1939 | 65 | 0 | 65 |
| 1938 | 48 | 0 | 48 |
| 1937 | 32 | 0 | 32 |
| 1936 | 31 | 0 | 31 |
| 1935 | 29 | 0 | 29 |
| 1934 | 26 | 0 | 26 |
| 1933 | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| 1932 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| 1931 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1930 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1929 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1928 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1927 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1925 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1917 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Top States for Tamara (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 13 | |
| TX | 12 | |
| FL | 12 | |
| NY | 8 | |
| IL | 6 | |
| NJ | 5 |