Tamarah Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: tah-MAR-ah //təˈmɑːrə//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: date palm; English: variant of Tamara
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tamarah has its roots in the Hebrew word "tamar," which translates to "date palm." This etymology suggests a connection to the palm tree, a symbol of beauty, fruitfulness, and resilience in various cultures. The name Tamar appears in the Hebrew Bible, notably as the daughter-in-law of Judah, a significant figure in the Book of Genesis, which dates back to the 1st millennium BCE.
The biblical Tamar's story reflects themes of justice and redemption, contributing to the name's historical significance within Jewish tradition. As the name evolved, it transitioned through various linguistic forms.
The Hebrew "tamar" was adopted into Greek as "tamaris," and later into Latin, maintaining its association with the palm tree. The name likely entered the English language through translations of the Bible, particularly during the Middle Ages, when biblical names became more prevalent in Christian contexts.
The King James Bible, published in 1611, further solidified the presence of biblical names in English-speaking cultures, including Tamar. Culturally, Tamarah and its variants have been associated with strength and resilience, reflecting the characteristics of the date palm, which thrives in arid conditions.
The name has also been embraced in various cultures, often symbolizing beauty and grace. In some traditions, the name is linked to fertility and prosperity, enhancing its appeal across different societies.
The diminutive form "Tammy" has emerged in various contexts, often used affectionately, though it is not as historically significant as the full name. Overall, Tamarah carries a rich tapestry of historical and cultural meanings that resonate through its biblical origins and symbolic associations.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tamarah was first seen in the United States in 1957.
Tamarah has ranked as high as #1194 nationally, which occurred in 1996, and has been most popular in California, New York, Ohio, Florida, and New Jersey.
In the past 5 years the name Tamarah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Tamarah 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 Tamarah was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Tamarah (2007)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
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 Tamarah.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2003 | 19 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1996 | 38 |
| 1995 | 23 |
| 1994 | 26 |
| 1993 | 24 |
| 1992 | 24 |
| 1991 | 20 |
| 1990 | 31 |
| 1989 | 36 |
| 1988 | 32 |
| 1987 | 32 |
| 1986 | 28 |
| 1985 | 26 |
| 1984 | 30 |
| 1983 | 31 |
| 1982 | 34 |
| 1981 | 25 |
| 1980 | 30 |
| 1979 | 23 |
| 1978 | 34 |
| 1977 | 22 |
| 1976 | 23 |
| 1975 | 23 |
| 1974 | 18 |
| 1973 | 23 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1971 | 29 |
| 1970 | 24 |
| 1969 | 12 |
| 1968 | 14 |
| 1967 | 31 |
| 1966 | 15 |
| 1965 | 23 |
| 1964 | 20 |
| 1963 | 31 |
| 1962 | 34 |
| 1961 | 26 |
| 1960 | 27 |
| 1959 | 29 |
| 1958 | 24 |
| 1957 | 15 |