Tamerah

“Tamerah is a modern variant of the name Tamara, which has Hebrew origins” — Symbolize fruitfulness

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1288US 2023

912Births / yr

→Stable

36All-time births

📅 Since 196100

What does Tamerah mean and where does it come from?

Tamerah is a modern variant of the name Tamara, which has Hebrew origins. The first recorded use in the context of names is from the Old Testament, where the name Tamara is used to symbolize fruitfulness. The name is used primarily in the United States and has gained popularity since the late 20th c

Cultural significance

Tamerah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hebrew.

Peak popularity

Reached #7454 in 1963 — currently #1288 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Tamerah?

Tamerah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Tamerah Grace

How popular is Tamerah right now?

Holding steady — currently #1288 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#1288 · Top 0.95%

2000

2015

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1288	912	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1293	892	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1298	862	▲ up 13465 · +14267% births
2015	#14763	6	▲ up 695 · +20% births
2000	#15458	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Tamerah

Best Year2023Rank #1288

Peak Count912

Average Rank#6820

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2000 - 20235 years

The story of Tamerah

Tamerah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1961. With 36 total births recorded, Tamerah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #15458 in 2000 to #1288 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Tamerah in 1963:

Lisa Mary Susan Karen Linda

Tamerah by decade

Tamerah peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1960s ★	10
1990s	10
2000s	10
2010s	6

💎Tamerah has only 36 total recorded births since 1961 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Tamerah?

Common

TamTamieTamyErah

What names sound and feel like Tamerah?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Tamerah also consider these

Tameyah

American · Bringer of prosperity

Tamorah

Hebrew · date palm, palm

Tamyrah

English · palm tree

Jamerah

American · lovely flower

Takirah

American · To be kind,

Takyrah

American · American

Tanejah

American · A modern invented

Taheerah

American · Pure; virtuous.

Common questions about the name Tamerah

What does the name Tamerah mean?

Tamerah means "Hebrew" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Tamerah?

Tamerah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Tamerah?

Tamerah originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Tamerah?

Tamerah pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Tamerah a common or rare name?

Tamerah is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.