What is the origin of the name Tamira?

Tamira is a name of Hebrew origin.

How popular is the name Tamira?

Tamira is currently ranked #9462 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Tamira?

Tamira is pronounced tuh-MEE-ruh.

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Tamira

tuh-MEE-ruh

Tamira is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Tamira is a name with multiple origins. It can be a variant of Tamara (Hebrew for 'date palm') or have origins in Sanskrit meaning 'desire'.”. It currently ranks #9462 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1999.

Letters6

Syllables3

OriginHebrew

What Tamira Means

“Tamira is a name with multiple origins. It can be a variant of Tamara (Hebrew for 'date palm') or have origins in Sanskrit meaning 'desire'.”

The Story of Tamira

This name holds a whispered secret from ancient lands, a desire kindled by the sweet taste of a desert fruit, and it was meant for your daughter.

Tamira weaves together threads from several ancient cultures. As a variant of Tamara, it carries the Hebrew meaning 'date palm,' a symbol of sweetness and life in arid lands. Alternatively, it draws from Sanskrit, where it signifies 'desire' or 'wish.' The name has journeyed from the Middle East and India, appearing in Western records in the mid-20th century and gaining quiet popularity.

When you first say 'Tamira' aloud, it feels like a gentle sigh of contentment, a wish made tangible. It carries the rich sweetness of the date palm and the potent energy of a deeply held desire. You can imagine writing 'Tamira' on a birth announcement, the curve of the letters echoing the palm's fronds, feeling the quiet certainty that this name embodies a hope you've held for so long.