Jewel, gem, or ball
In Japanese, Tama translates to 'jewel' or 'gem,' often symbolizing something precious. In Hebrew, it is a feminine variation of Tam, meaning 'honest' or 'innocent.' It also appears in several Polynesian languages, where it typically means 'child' or 'son.'
Fewer than 5 boys were named Tama in 2025.
American novelist and short story writer
Famous calico cat who served as station master at Kishi Station
Character in the television series Empire · Empire
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
