Rising since 1991, #6,116 for girls today.
Popularity of Tamari since 1965
Babies named Tamari per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2005, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Tamari's real moment was 2023.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 | 0 |
| 1970s | 15 | 0 |
| 1980s | 17 | 0 |
| 1990s | 52 | 28 |
| 2000s | 234 | 136 |
| 2010s | 250 | 131 |
| 2020s | 132 | 111 |
Meaning & origin
Tamari is a rare unisex name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1965. As of 2025, it ranks 6,116 (roughly one in 84,593 babies). The name reached its highest popularity so far in 2023 and has been on a rising trajectory since 1991. While not tied to any specific state or ethnic group, Tamari's appeal may stem from its melodic sound and multicultural resonance, drawing possible connections to Hebrew, Georgian, and Japanese origins. Its rarity makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name that is both modern and gently exotic.
Tamari is a name of debated etymology. It is most commonly considered a variant of Tamar, a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'date palm', and is especially popular in Georgia as a form of Tamari (თამარი). However, it may also be a modern coinage influenced by the Japanese word for a type of soy sauce, or an invented name based on similar-sounding names like Tamara. The name has seen use in the United States since 1965 but remains rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tam, Tami, Mari
Variants: Tamari, Tamary, Tammari
Sibling names for Tamari
Names that share Tamari's style, for a brother or sister.
