Tamira Girl

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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: tah-MEER-ah //təˈmɪərə//

Origin: Hebrew; Arabic

Meaning: Hebrew: palm tree; Arabic: princess

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Tamira has its roots in Hebrew, derived from the word "tamir," which means "palm tree." This etymological connection signifies strength and resilience, as the palm tree is often associated with endurance in arid environments. The transition of the name into English likely occurred through various cultural exchanges, particularly during the periods of increased interaction between Hebrew-speaking communities and the broader European populace, especially during the medieval era when Hebrew names began to be adopted more widely in Christian contexts.

Historically, the name Tamira does not have prominent figures or events directly associated with it in the same way that some biblical names do. However, the broader cultural significance of palm trees in ancient civilizations, including their mention in biblical texts, contributes to the name's resonance.

For instance, palm trees are frequently referenced in the Bible, symbolizing victory and peace, which may have influenced the adoption of names like Tamira in various cultures. The name's presence in Hebrew texts and its association with biblical themes of prosperity and strength lend it a certain gravitas.

Culturally, Tamira embodies qualities of resilience and beauty, akin to the palm tree's stature in nature. The name may also evoke connections to various traditions where palm trees are celebrated, such as in Jewish festivals like Sukkot, where palm fronds are used in rituals.

While diminutive forms or variants of the name are not widely documented, the name's lyrical quality and its associations with nature and strength have contributed to its enduring appeal across different cultures.

Famous people named Tamira

In this section, you will find notable people named Tamira. 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 Tamira who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Tamira who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Tamira Paszek is a tennis player best known for reaching the quarterfinals of Wimbledon and the Australian Open.

Tamira McKinney is a singer-songwriter best known for her work in the indie music scene.

Sibling suggestions

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

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Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Tamira. 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 Tamira was first seen in the United States in 1957.

Tamira has ranked as high as #3350 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, Michigan, Texas, California, and New Jersey.

In the past 5 years the name Tamira has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Tamira 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 Tamira 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 Tamira.

Year Total Births Girl
2024 11 11
2023 17 17
2022 13 13
2021 11 11
2020 11 11
2019 9 9
2018 13 13
2017 21 21
2016 15 15
2015 15 15
2014 18 18
2013 26 26
2012 30 30
2011 20 20
2010 26 26
2009 47 47
2008 48 48
2007 43 43
2006 45 45
2005 43 43
2004 59 59
2003 66 66
2002 48 48
2001 51 51
2000 42 42
1999 79 79
1998 69 69
1997 63 63
1996 61 61
1995 53 53
1994 36 36
1993 27 27
1992 30 30
1991 26 26
1990 34 34
1989 28 28
1988 42 42
1987 39 39
1986 34 34
1985 43 43
1984 46 46
1983 44 44
1982 43 43
1981 37 37
1980 34 34
1979 38 38
1978 39 39
1977 35 35
1976 58 58
1975 44 44
1974 30 30
1973 31 31
1972 28 28
1971 18 18
1970 15 15
1969 21 21
1968 16 16
1967 15 15
1966 14 14
1965 24 24
1964 14 14
1963 16 16
1962 6 6
1961 17 17
1960 15 15
1959 19 19
1958 22 22
1957 7 7

Top States for Tamira (2012)

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 6
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