Tamboura Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: tam-BOO-rah //tæmˈbʊərə//
Origin: African; Arabic
Meaning: African: drum; Arabic: a type of musical instrument
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tamboura has its roots in the Arabic word "tambur," which refers to a type of stringed musical instrument. This term likely derives from the Persian "tanbur," which denotes a similar instrument, and can be traced back to the ancient Sumerian word "timbura," indicating a long-standing cultural significance associated with music and performance.
The transition of the name into English likely occurred through the influence of Arabic and Persian musical traditions during the medieval period, particularly as these cultures interacted with Europe through trade and conquest. Historically, the tambourine, a related percussion instrument, has been mentioned in various biblical texts, particularly in the Old Testament, where it is associated with celebration and worship.
Instruments like the tamboura have played a significant role in various cultural and religious ceremonies across the Middle East and South Asia, often symbolizing joy and communal spirit. The use of such instruments can be traced back to ancient civilizations, with references found in texts from the 2nd millennium BCE.
Culturally, the name Tamboura evokes a sense of artistic expression and community, reflecting the importance of music in social and spiritual gatherings. In many cultures, music serves as a bridge between generations, and the tamboura, as an emblem of this tradition, has been celebrated in various folk narratives and artistic representations.
The name may also have diminutive forms or variations in different cultures, which further enrich its historical tapestry, although these are less documented in the broader historical context.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tamboura was first seen in the United States in 1970.
Tamboura has ranked as high as #7511 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Tamboura has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Tamboura 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 Tamboura 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 Tamboura.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1970 | 10 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Tamboura
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