Tamyra
Fact sheet
- Name
- Tamyra
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
The first name Tamyra is a rather rare American variant of Tamara, which has its origin in the Hebrew name Tamar. The literal translation is 'the date' or 'the date palm', a common symbol of elegance and beauty.
What does the name Tamyra mean?
Tamyra is a rare American form of the name Tamara, which traces back to the Hebrew origin Tamar. Literally translated, it means 'the date' or 'the date palm', which is often regarded as a symbol of grace and beauty. This name has its roots in Ancient Hebrew and derives from the term tâmâr (תָּמָר), meaning 'the palm' or 'the date palm'. According to the Old Testament, Tamar was the daughter-in-law and later the wife of Judah. A daughter of King David also bore this name. Other variants include Thamar, Themar, Thamara, Tamarine, Tammara, Tamira, Tamera, and Tameran. In the Arabic language, there is the masculine form Tamir.
Where does the name Tamyra come from?
The name Tamyra has its roots in Ancient Hebrew and means 'the date palm'. The word formation comes from tâmâr (תָּמָר), which means 'the palm' or 'the date palm'. The name belongs to the African American, American, and Anglo-American language groups.
How do you pronounce Tamyra?
The pronunciation of Tamyra is three syllables, soft and melodic. In the German pronunciation, the name is usually pronounced as 'Ta-my-ra' [ˈtaːmiːra], with the syllables gently flowing into one another, creating a harmonious, warm sound effect. The combination of clear vowels and soft consonants conveys an atmosphere of lightness, friendliness, and elegance. Overall, Tamyra appears charming, stylish, and cultured, a name that embodies warmth, charisma, and subtle presence.
When is the name day of Tamyra?
The name day for Tamyra is celebrated on December 29.
Popularity
In Germany, Tamyra is a rare first name. In 2012, it reached the 3,656th place on the list of the most common female baby names. Between 2010 and 2024, the name was given less than 10 times in Germany, placing it at 10,750th. In the last ten years, no child has received this name. The latest rankings in baby name charts from various countries show the development of Tamyra's global popularity and distribution.
Famous people
- Tamyra Gray (singer from the UK)
Frequently asked questions about the name Tamyra
What is the origin of the name Tamyra?
Tamyra has its roots in Ancient Hebrew and means 'the date palm'.
What does the name Tamyra mean?
The name Tamyra is a rare American form of Tamara and literally means 'the date' or 'the date palm', which is often associated with grace and beauty.
How popular is the name Tamyra?
Tamyra is a rare name that primarily occurs in African American and Anglo-American communities, but it does not rank among the most common first names.