This name is not very popular, which is a pity. It means strength

Tamara comes from the Hebrew language, from the word tamar, meaning date palm. In Middle Eastern cultures there was a palm tree a sign of strength, stability and the ability to survive in difficult conditions. Hence it is interpreted as strength, mental resilience and inner independence.

This name does not refer to physical strength or dominance. Rather, he talks about consistency, calmness and the ability to maintain balance even when conditions are unfavorable.

Tamara has several name days, which gives you the freedom to choose the date to celebrate. The most frequently indicated in calendars are:

The PESEL register data shows that Tamara, but its presence in Poland is clearly strengthening. In 2025, 13,327 women were named Tamara, bringing it to 170. place in the popularity ranking of female names.

For comparison, in 2019, Tamar’s number was 6,906. This means:

• an increase of 6,421 people in six years,
• almost 93 percent increase,
• an average of about 900 new Tamars per year.

Although he is still far from a mass name, the trend is clear – Tamara is slowly but surely gaining importance.

The high growth rate does not change the fact that Tamara remains outside the mainstream. It doesn’t appear often , nor is it strongly promoted by pop culture. For many parents this is an advantage.

This is a choice for those who are looking for a name that is recognizable but not overused.

The meaning of the name and its symbolism are why Tamars are often attributed to them specific character traits. The most frequently mentioned are:

• independence and resistance to pressure,
• ability to make well-thought-out decisions,
• loyalty to your own principles,
• calm in situations requiring self-control.

These are people who rarely act impulsively. Their strength is revealed in consistency, not in the need to dominate others. It’s a name with history and meaning, gaining interest from parents.