Desire, wish, or longing
Derived from the Arabic word 'tamanna', the name signifies a deep-seated desire or a heartfelt wish. It is a popular name across South Asia and the Middle East, often chosen to represent a child who was long-awaited or is a dream come true.
Less common today
Tamanna isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,194 in 1999.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Prominent Indian film actress
Indian actress and model
Indian television host and actress
