Date palm or palm tree
Tamela is a modern American elaboration of Tamara, which is derived from the Hebrew name Tamar. It signifies the date palm tree, a symbol of grace and fruitfulness in ancient cultures. While it gained some popularity in the mid-20th century, it remains a rare and distinctive choice today.
Less common today
Tamela isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,860 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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