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Tamra

TAM-ruh

Tamra is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A variation of Tamara, which is of Hebrew origin meaning 'date palm'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1959.

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginHebrew

What Tamra Means

A variation of Tamara, which is of Hebrew origin meaning 'date palm'.

The Story of Tamra

This name, once whispered over Hebrew scrolls, bloomed in gardens and now waits for your daughter, carrying the scent of ancient sweetness.

Tamra is a variation of Tamara, a name with deep roots in Hebrew, meaning 'date palm.' The date palm is a symbol of fertility, beauty, and sweetness across ancient cultures, particularly in the Middle East. As the name traveled, it adapted to local sounds, appearing in various forms across Eastern Europe and eventually into Western usage, embraced for its lyrical quality and rich symbolism.

When you trace the letters T-A-M-R-A on your ultrasound photo, you might feel a lightness, like the first bloom of spring. This is a name for a daughter whose presence will be as delightful and full of life as the fruit of the date palm. You can already imagine hearing her laughter, a sound as bright and sweet as the meaning woven into her name.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Tamra Barney

    American television personality.

Personality Traits

CharmingSociableCreativeArtistic

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Peak Year

#824 in 1959

Total Births

13,715

First Recorded

1937

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