Itamar
Itamar is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Palm island (usually explained)”.
| Meaning | Palm island (usually explained) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | אִיתָמָר |
| Pronunciation | ee-tah-MAHR |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel |
Meaning and origin of Itamar
Itamar is the Hebrew form of Ithamar, the youngest son of Aaron the high priest, who oversaw the Tabernacle's work in the wilderness. The name is usually explained as 'island of palms' or 'palm coast', from i, 'island', and tamar, 'date palm', though some scholars propose other readings. It is very popular in Israel today and shares the tamar element with the girls' name Tamar.
Is Itamar a Jewish name?
Itamar is a biblical name in Judaism, honouring Aaron's son Ithamar, one of the founders of the priestly line.
How popular is Itamar?
Popular in Israel.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Itamar mean?
Itamar means 'Palm island (usually explained)'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Itamar a Jewish name?
Itamar is a biblical name in Judaism, honouring Aaron's son Ithamar, one of the founders of the priestly line.
How do you pronounce Itamar?
Itamar is pronounced ee-tah-MAHR.
Is Itamar a boy or girl name?
Itamar is usually a boy name.