Kamar
Kamar is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Moon.
Origin and history
Kamar is a name of Arabic origin, derived from Qamar, which means moon. It is used in various cultures across the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa. In the United States, it is a relatively rare male name that has seen steady, modest usage in recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
1,576 babies in the United States have been named Kamar since 1880. It ranks #3172 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1728.
States where it is most popular
- NY (22.6 %)
- FL (14.5 %)
- MD (12.4 %)
- PA (10.6 %)
- NJ (9.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 27 |
| 1980-1990 | 91 |
| 1990-2000 | 191 |
| 2000-2010 | 606 |
| 2010-2019 | 462 |
| 2020-2029 | 199 |
Famous people named Kamar
- Kamar de los Reyes: Actor
- Kamar Aiken: American football player
Fun facts
- The name is a transcription variant of the Arabic word for moon, symbolizing brightness and beauty.
- Kamar has maintained a modest but consistent presence in American birth records over the last few decades.