Tamara Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtuh-MAR-uh / təˈmɑːrəHebrew; Arabic
Meaning
Hebrew: palm tree; Arabic: generous
Historical & Cultural Background
Tamara is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'palm tree'. It has been used in various cultures, including Arabic-speaking communities, where it signifies generosity. The name has historical significance in biblical texts, often associated with strength and resilience. Over time, Tamara has appeared in various forms across different languages and cultures.
Trend Summary
Tamara experienced peak popularity in the 1970s and 1980s in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tamara
- Tamra
International Variants
- Tamara (Spanish)
- Tamara (Russian)
- Tamara (Italian)
Famous people named Tamara
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Fictional characters named Tamara
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tamara was first seen in the United States in 1957. Tamara has ranked as high as #1059 nationally, which occurred in 1974, and has been most popular in District of Columbia. In the past 5 years the name Tamara has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tamara (1989)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DC | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1965 | 18 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1968 | 15 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 15 |
| 1972 | 18 |
| 1973 | 19 |
| 1974 | 23 |
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 16 |
| 1977 | 19 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 19 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 |