Desire, wish, or longing
Derived from the Persian and Arabic word 'tamanna', this name signifies a deep-seated wish or aspiration. It is widely used across South and Central Asia, representing the hope and longing parents feel for their child.
Less common today
Tamana isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,704 in 2005.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Prominent Indian film actress
Afghan women's rights activist
