Zamara Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Zamara originates from Hebrew, meaning 'to sing' or 'to praise.' It has evolved from Biblical Hebrew to modern usage. The name conveys traits of joy and celebration. There is no significant biblical relevance. Zamara has gained popularity in contemporary naming trends, appealing to those seeking unique names.
The name Zamara is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West 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, Zamara has been stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Zamara' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16689th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6870th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3435th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Zamara' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zamara"
Pronunciation
/zəˈmɑːrə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Zamara is derived from the Hebrew word 'zamar,' which means 'to sing' or 'to praise.' It is often associated with joy and celebration.
Meaning
to sing, to praise
Language Evolution
Zamara (Modern Hebrew), Zamar (Biblical Hebrew)
Historical Usage
The name Zamara has gained popularity in recent years, particularly among parents looking for unique and culturally significant names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Zam, Zami
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Zamara is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and musicality.
Famous People
Zamara K. Jones - an emerging artist known for her musical talents.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zamara"
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 "Zamara"
"Zamara" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 16689th of 27321 | 30 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6870th of 35406 | 272 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3435th of 30306 | 552 |
Regional Popularity of "Zamara" 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 "Zamara" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - |
87.19% 6376th/7313 |
61.32% 4576th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
94.54% 4242nd/4487 |
47.99% 3274th/6822 |
42.37% 2659th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Zamara"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zamara" 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.