Date palm tree
Derived from the Hebrew word for the date palm tree, symbolizing fruitfulness and grace. In the Old Testament, Tamar is the name of several prominent women, including the daughter-in-law of Judah and the daughter of King David. The name has long been a staple in Israel and remains a distinctive, nature-inspired choice in the United States.
Less common today
Tamar isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,567 in 1992.
Medieval Queen Regnant of Georgia known as Tamar the Great
Grammy-nominated R&B singer and television personality
Broadway actor known for playing George Washington in Hamilton
American-born Israeli figure skater
Armenian-American singer and songwriter
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
