Tamar
Tamar is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Date palm”.
| Meaning | Date palm |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | תָּמָר |
| Pronunciation | tah-MAHR |
| Tradition | Jewish, Christian |
| Used in | Israel, Georgia, United States |
Meaning and origin of Tamar
Tamar is the Hebrew word for the date palm, a tree prized for its height, fruit and grace. Several women in the Hebrew Bible bear it: the daughter-in-law of Judah in Genesis 38, who appears in the ancestry of King David; and David's daughter, whose story is told in 2 Samuel 13. Queen Tamar, who ruled Georgia in the twelfth century, made it a royal name there. It is popular in modern Israel.
Is Tamar a Jewish name?
Tamar is a biblical name, borne by Judah's daughter-in-law and by a daughter of King David. It is used by Jewish families, by Georgian Orthodox Christians, and by Christians generally.
How popular is Tamar?
Very common in Israel; used modestly in English-speaking countries.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tamar mean?
Tamar means 'Date palm'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Tamar a Jewish name?
Tamar is a biblical name, borne by Judah's daughter-in-law and by a daughter of King David. It is used by Jewish families, by Georgian Orthodox Christians, and by Christians generally.
How do you pronounce Tamar?
Tamar is pronounced tah-MAHR.
Is Tamar a boy or girl name?
Tamar is usually a girl name.