Tamela
Tamela is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern blend, possibly derived from Pamela ('all sweetness') and Tammy ('palm tree').
Origin and history
Tamela is a modern American name created in the mid-20th century, likely as a blend of Pamela and Tammy or similar name elements. It enjoyed moderate popularity in the United States during the 1950s through 1970s. Today, it is relatively uncommon for newborn girls in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
7,186 babies in the United States have been named Tamela since 1880. It ranks #1992 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- OH (10.1 %)
- TX (7 %)
- IL (5.8 %)
- MI (5.7 %)
- CA (5.5 %)
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 | 25 |
| 1950-1960 | 997 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,436 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,735 |
| 1980-1990 | 674 |
| 1990-2000 | 226 |
| 2000-2010 | 74 |
| 2010-2019 | 19 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Tamela
- Tamela Mann: Singer, Actress
Nicknames
Tammy, Tami, Tam
Fun facts
- Tamela emerged alongside other invented sound-alike names during the boom of creative naming in mid-20th-century America.
- The name gained public recognition through gospel singer and actress Tamela Mann.