Zamar
Zamar is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Song, melody, or praise.
Origin and history
Zamar is a name of Hebrew origin meaning song or praise. While historically uncommon in the United States, it has seen a modest increase in usage as a modern masculine choice. Its melodic sound aligns with contemporary trends favoring short, distinct names with vowel endings.
Popularity in the United States
618 babies in the United States have been named Zamar since 1880. It ranks #4058 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1756.
States where it is most popular
- FL (51.5 %)
- GA (18.2 %)
- CA (15.2 %)
- NJ (15.2 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 32 |
| 2000-2010 | 167 |
| 2010-2019 | 248 |
| 2020-2029 | 171 |
Fun facts
- The root z-m-r in Hebrew forms words associated with playing instruments and singing songs of praise.
- More than a quarter of all U.S. births registered with the name Zamar since 1880 have occurred since 2020.