Tamara
Tamara is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "date palm" or "palm tree," symbolizing beauty, grace, and resilience. It has been used across various cultures, including Russian, Spanish, and English-speaking countries.
Current Popularity
#1816 for girls
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Has a sophisticated, international appeal
- •Strong biblical and historical roots
- •The nickname Tammy gives it versatility for different life stages
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Famous People
Tamara de Lempicka
Polish Art Deco painter
Tamara Taylor
Actress known for 'Bones'
Tamara Ecclestone
British television personality and heiress
Tamara Toumanova
Russian prima ballerina
Statistics
131,286
Total births since 1880
1970
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