Girl
Tamara
palm tree
About Tamara
The exotic yet accessible quality of this name creates immediate appeal. It has enjoyed consistent use across cultures and generations without becoming overly common. The rhythmic syllables give it a sophisticated, international flair that many parents find attractive. This name carries both strength and femininity in perfect balance. It has a warm, inviting sound that makes it easy to like and remember. The name works beautifully across different languages and cultural contexts, making it ideal for diverse families. It possesses a timeless quality that prevents it from feeling dated to any particular era. The various possible pronunciations offer flexibility while maintaining the name's essential character. Parents who choose this name often appreciate its combination of elegance and approachability. It suggests someone with depth, creativity, and cross-cultural sophistication.
Popularity of the Name Tamara
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | #876 | ||||
| 1940 | #516 | ||||
| 1941 | #587 | ||||
| 1942 | #647 | ||||
| 1943 | #582 | ||||
| 1944 | #523 | ||||
| 1945 | #528 | ||||
| 1946 | #441 | ||||
| 1947 | #422 | ||||
| 1948 | #443 | ||||
| 1949 | #418 | ||||
| 1950 | #406 | ||||
| 1951 | #375 | ||||
| 1952 | #358 | ||||
| 1953 | #344 | ||||
| 1954 | #328 | ||||
| 1955 | #329 | ||||
| 1956 | #323 | ||||
| 1957 | #191 | ||||
| 1958 | #127 | ||||
| 1959 | #121 | ||||
| 1960 | #124 | ||||
| 1961 | #125 | ||||
| 1962 | #119 | ||||
| 1963 | #111 | ||||
| 1964 | #108 | ||||
| 1965 | #104 | ||||
| 1966 | #98 | ||||
| 1967 | #86 | ||||
| 1968 | #80 | #358 | |||
| 1969 | #78 | ||||
| 1970 | #79 | ||||
| 1971 | #80 | #285 | #554 | ||
| 1972 | #84 | #269 | #551 | ||
| 1973 | #66 | #241 | |||
| 1974 | #64 | #278 | #484 | ||
| 1975 | #77 | #196 | #499 | ||
| 1976 | #91 | #148 | |||
| 1977 | #93 | #213 | #610 | ||
| 1978 | #105 | #189 | #463 | ||
| 1979 | #104 | #137 | |||
| 1980 | #108 | #114 | #635 | ||
| 1981 | #115 | #168 | #384 | ||
| 1982 | #129 | #188 | #519 | ||
| 1983 | #131 | #176 | #396 | ||
| 1984 | #124 | #142 | #388 | ||
| 1985 | #148 | #220 | #418 | ||
| 1986 | #134 | #168 | #456 | ||
| 1987 | #160 | #119 | |||
| 1988 | #183 | #63 | #576 | ||
| 1989 | #187 | #73 | #499 | ||
| 1990 | #209 | #80 | #601 | ||
| 1991 | #227 | #105 | #390 | #124 | |
| 1992 | #223 | #108 | #515 | #126 | |
| 1993 | #269 | #136 | #273 | #140 | |
| 1994 | #245 | #122 | #281 | #144 | |
| 1995 | #258 | #114 | #204 | #143 | |
| 1996 | #288 | #118 | #225 | #147 | |
| 1997 | #316 | #142 | #116 | #183 | #150 |
| 1998 | #335 | #157 | #101 | #165 | #159 |
| 1999 | #383 | #203 | #105 | #218 | #196 |
| 2000 | #417 | #241 | #161 | #248 | #196 |
| 2001 | #447 | #291 | #143 | #395 | #230 |
| 2002 | #374 | #306 | #230 | #252 | #245 |
| 2003 | #499 | #408 | #130 | #277 | #215 |
| 2004 | #568 | #360 | #210 | #206 | #241 |
| 2005 | #639 | #334 | #245 | #231 | #319 |
| 2006 | #681 | #386 | #366 | #460 | #330 |
| 2007 | #700 | #397 | #216 | #541 | #414 |
| 2008 | #816 | #406 | #384 | #402 | #449 |
| 2009 | #908 | #507 | #308 | #465 | #468 |
| 2010 | #478 | #343 | #741 | #542 | |
| 2011 | #457 | #437 | #411 | #589 | |
| 2012 | #458 | #338 | #664 | #586 | |
| 2013 | #531 | #577 | #683 | ||
| 2014 | #520 | #379 | #701 | ||
| 2015 | #496 | #572 | #751 | ||
| 2016 | #542 | #577 | #803 | ||
| 2017 | #622 | #769 | |||
| 2018 | #821 | #846 | #729 | ||
| 2019 | #691 | ||||
| 2020 | #841 | #788 | #935 | ||
| 2021 | #768 | ||||
| 2022 | #821 | ||||
| 2023 | #841 | #949 | |||
| 2024 | #984 | #987 | |||
| 2025 | #948 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Tamara
Names Similar to Tamara
Nicknames for Tamara
- Tam
- Tammy
- Mara
- Mari
Famous People Named Tamara
| Tamara de Lempicka | Polish Art Deco painter |
| Tamara Taylor | Canadian actress known for her role in "Bones" |
| Tamara Tunie | American actress and singer |
| Tamara Dobson | American actress and fashion model |
| Tamara Mello | American actress famous for her role in "Popular" |
| Tamara Rojo | Spanish ballet dancer and artistic director |
| Tamara Ecclestone | British socialite and television personality |
| Tamara Jenkins | American film director and screenwriter |
| Tamara Mellon | British fashion designer and businesswoman |
| Tamara Press | Soviet track and field athlete and Olympic gold medalist |
| Tamara Tikhonova | Russian chess player and Woman Grandmaster |
| Tamara Shayne Kagel | American mathematician and professor |
| Tamara Gustavson | American businesswoman and real estate investor |
| Tamara Taggart | Canadian television personality and journalist |
| Tamara Johnson-George | American singer and member of the R&B group Sisters With Voices - SWV |
| Tamara Smart | British actress known for her roles in "A Babysitter's Guide to Monster Hunting" |
| Tamara Braun | American actress famous for her role in "General Hospital" |
| Tamara Joy | Australian reality TV star from "The Bachelor Australia" |
| Tamara Lawrance | British actress known for her performances in various stage productions |
| Tamara Keith | American journalist and NPR White House correspondent |
Characters Named Tamara
| Tamara Riley | A character from the TV series "Awkward" |
| Tamara Jacobs | A character from the film "Ten Things I Hate About You" |
| Tamara Brooks | A character from the TV series "The Young and the Restless" |
| Tamara Kaplan | A character from the TV series "Gossip Girl" |
| Tamara Preston | A character from the video game "Twin Peaks - The Return" |
| Tamara Hoyle | A character from the TV series "Skins" |
| Tamara Johansen | A character from the TV series "Stargate Universe" |
| Tamara Waverly | A character from the TV series "Titans" |
| Tamara Blake | A character from the TV series "Friday Night Lights" |
| Tamara Green | A character from the TV series "Veronica Mars" |
| Tamara Johnson | A character from the film "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants" |