Tamara Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tamara originates from Hebrew, meaning 'date palm'. It has evolved from its biblical roots through Latinization to its modern English form. The name is associated with traits of strength and resilience, and it has biblical relevance through the figure of Tamar in the Old Testament.
The name Tamara is most popular in South Dakota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Tamara has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Tamara' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4280th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2494th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5824th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6602nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 846th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 190th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 96th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 180th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 559th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1611th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Tamara' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tamara"
Pronunciation
/təˈmɑːrə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Tamara comes from the Hebrew word 'תָּמָר' (tamar), meaning 'date palm'. In the Bible, Tamar is a figure in the Old Testament.
Meaning
date palm
Language Evolution
Tamar (Biblical Hebrew), Tamara (Latinized form), Tamara (Modern English)
Biblical Background
In the Bible, Tamar is the daughter-in-law of Judah and the mother of his twins, Perez and Zerah.
Historical Usage
The name Tamara gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the 20th century, especially during the 1960s and 1970s.
Variants & Derivatives
Tami, Tammy, Tamara
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tamara is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with strength and resilience.
Famous People
Tamara Ecclestone, British socialite and television personality, Tamara Mello, American actress, Tamara Tunie, American actress and producer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tamara"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Tamara"
"Tamara" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4280th of 7552 | 57 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2494th of 10718 | 244 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5824th of 16616 | 111 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 6602nd of 9107 | 21 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 846th of 9204 | 1,317 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 190th of 12526 | 33,448 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 96th of 19264 | 59,888 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 180th of 27321 | 26,560 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 559th of 35406 | 8,312 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1611th of 30306 | 1,624 |
Regional Popularity of "Tamara" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
64.02% 3325th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Tamara" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
40.82% 631st/1546 |
46.08% 717th/1556 |
62.90% 1480th/2353 |
27.47% 425th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
6.24% 139th/2227 |
12.14% 295th/2430 |
9.36% 267th/2853 |
5.08% 141st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
2.52% 74th/2937 |
3.76% 131st/3483 |
3.01% 106th/3518 |
1.61% 65th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
5.43% 200th/3685 |
4.20% 188th/4475 |
2.95% 153rd/5194 |
2.98% 188th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
13.09% 600th/4582 |
9.76% 504th/5164 |
6.74% 493rd/7313 |
9.45% 705th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
43.00% 1713th/3984 |
29.77% 1336th/4487 |
22.97% 1567th/6822 |
27.41% 1720th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tamara"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tamara" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.