Tamarah Girl

Popularity: — · Trend: ↘ Falling

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.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Tamarah, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

TaliaTamaraTaniaTaraTamsinTamsyn

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Tamarah. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

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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 #5117 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.

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 Total Births Girl
2021 5 5
2018 5 5
2017 6 6
2016 8 8
2015 10 10
2013 7 7
2012 12 12
2011 12 12
2010 13 13
2009 13 13
2008 10 10
2007 20 20
2006 11 11
2005 21 21
2004 17 17
2003 19 19
2002 18 18
2001 17 17
2000 23 23
1999 16 16
1998 16 16
1997 21 21
1996 38 38
1995 23 23
1994 26 26
1993 24 24
1992 24 24
1991 20 20
1990 31 31
1989 36 36
1988 32 32
1987 32 32
1986 28 28
1985 26 26
1984 30 30
1983 31 31
1982 34 34
1981 25 25
1980 30 30
1979 23 23
1978 34 34
1977 22 22
1976 23 23
1975 23 23
1974 18 18
1973 23 23
1972 16 16
1971 29 29
1970 24 24
1969 12 12
1968 14 14
1967 31 31
1966 15 15
1965 23 23
1964 20 20
1963 31 31
1962 34 34
1961 26 26
1960 27 27
1959 29 29
1958 24 24
1957 15 15

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. 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
FL 5
100%