Tamir
Tamir is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Tall, stately, or rich in dates.
Origin and history
Tamir is a masculine name with roots primarily in Hebrew and Arabic traditions. In Hebrew, it translates to tall or majestic like a palm tree, while in Arabic it relates to dates or rich in dates. In the U.S., it remains a relatively rare but steadily used name given to a few dozen boys each year.
Popularity in the United States
2,401 babies in the United States have been named Tamir since 1880. It ranks #2647 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1355.
States where it is most popular
- NJ (24.9 %)
- PA (19.3 %)
- NY (16.1 %)
- FL (8.8 %)
- GA (7.7 %)
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 | 115 |
| 1980-1990 | 200 |
| 1990-2000 | 382 |
| 2000-2010 | 530 |
| 2010-2019 | 585 |
| 2020-2029 | 589 |
Famous people named Tamir
- Tamir Goodman: Basketball Player
Fun facts
- In Hebrew etymology, the name is closely associated with the date palm tree, symbolizing tallness and stature.
- Tamir is recognized in both Hebrew- and Arabic-speaking communities, as well as in Central Asian regions.