Holding steady.
Popularity of Tamala since 1950
Babies named Tamala per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 235 |
| 1960s | 1,189 |
| 1970s | 1,040 |
| 1980s | 306 |
| 1990s | 88 |
| 2000s | 15 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tamala is a rare American first name that first appeared in records in 1950. Its popularity peaked modestly in 1971, placing it among the lesser-used names of that era. Since then, it has steadily declined and is now very uncommon, with no recorded rank in recent years. The name's origins are unclear, though it may be a creative respelling inspired by Tamara or Tammy. Despite its obscurity, Tamala has a soft, melodic sound that appeals to parents seeking an uncommon but familiar-feeling name.
Tamala first appeared in the United States in the 1950s. It may be a variant of Tamara, which derives from the Hebrew Tamar meaning 'date palm,' or a creative respelling of Tammy with the popular -ala suffix. The name saw modest use in the 1970s, peaking in 1971, but has since declined and remains rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tam, Tami, Mala
Variants: Tamala
Sibling names for Tamala
Names that share Tamala's style, for a brother or sister.
