Highly valued or palm tree
The name Tamija is a modern variation likely derived from the Hebrew name Tamara, meaning palm tree, or the Arabic name Tamid, meaning highly valued. It is frequently used in African American communities as a creative and rhythmic elaboration of the 'Tam' prefix. Its usage is modern and unique, often chosen for its melodic sound.
Less common today
Tamija isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,872 in 1998.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
