Tamiyah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtah-MEE-yah / /tæˈmiːjə/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
high place (Arabic); palm tree (Hebrew)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic, Tamiyah is derived from 'tamiya,' meaning 'high place,' often associated with elevated status or importance. In Hebrew, it relates to 'tamar,' meaning 'palm tree,' which symbolizes resilience and beauty. Both cultures value the significance of nature and elevation in their naming traditions, reflecting a connection to the environment and spiritual ideals.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Tamiya
- Tamia
- Tamiah
International Variants
- Tamara (Russian)
- Tamar (Hebrew)
Famous people named Tamiyah
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Fictional characters named Tamiyah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tamiyah was first seen in the United States in 1995. Tamiyah has ranked as high as #1307 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Tamiyah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tamiyah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 21 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 31 |
| 2002 | 32 |
| 2003 | 68 |
| 2004 | 77 |
| 2005 | 56 |
| 2006 | 47 |
| 2007 | 81 |
| 2008 | 73 |
| 2009 | 57 |
| 2010 | 80 |
| 2011 | 79 |
| 2012 | 63 |
| 2013 | 72 |
| 2014 | 52 |
| 2015 | 40 |
| 2016 | 42 |
| 2017 | 35 |
| 2018 | 44 |
| 2019 | 28 |
| 2020 | 42 |
| 2021 | 31 |
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 23 |