Tamela Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tamela is a modern English name derived from a blend of 'Tammy' and 'Pamela', meaning 'the palm tree'. It evolved from Tammy and Pamela and gained popularity in the mid to late 20th century. The name is often viewed as unique and creative, with notable figures such as Tamela Mann contributing to its recognition.
The name Tamela is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. 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, Tamela has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, 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 female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Tamela' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 815th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 714th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2459th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11820th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 24576th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Tamela' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tamela"
Pronunciation
/ˈtæməˌlə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Tamela is a modern feminine given name that is likely a blend of the names 'Tammy' and 'Pamela'. It may have been created to provide a unique alternative to more common names.
Meaning
the palm tree
Language Evolution
Tammy, Pamela, Tamela
Historical Usage
Tamela gained popularity in the mid to late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a distinctive name choice.
Variants & Derivatives
Tammy, Pamela, Tami
Modern Popularity & Image
Tamela is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Tamela Mann, Tamela D'Amico
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tamela"
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 "Tamela"
"Tamela" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 815th of 12526 | 2,863 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 714th of 19264 | 3,439 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2459th of 27321 | 752 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11820th of 35406 | 121 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 24576th of 30306 | 12 |
Regional Popularity of "Tamela" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Tamela" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
26.13% 582nd/2227 |
45.31% 1101st/2430 |
22.78% 650th/2853 |
36.47% 1012th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
20.77% 610th/2937 |
35.72% 1244th/3483 |
15.46% 544th/3518 |
33.38% 1350th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
66.32% 2444th/3685 |
- |
33.56% 1743rd/5194 |
79.59% 5028th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tamela"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tamela" 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.