Holding steady.
Popularity of Tambra since 1952
Babies named Tambra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 298 |
| 1960s | 826 |
| 1970s | 362 |
| 1980s | 239 |
| 1990s | 92 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tambra is a name that emerged in the United States in the 1950s, reflecting a trend toward inventive, melodic names of the era. It was first recorded in 1952 and reached its highest usage in 1958, during the post-war baby boom. Unlike many names from that decade, Tambra did not achieve widespread popularity; it never entered the top 1000 names nationally. Its trajectory has been stable with very low usage ever since. The name may have been inspired by the popular name Tamara or the sound of a tambourine. With no clear etymology, Tambra stands as a unique and playful choice from mid-century America.
Tambra first appeared in the United States in the early 1950s. It is likely a modern coinage, perhaps influenced by the name Tamara or the sound of the word 'tambourine.' Its popularity peaked in 1958, but it has never been widespread.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tam, Tambi
Sibling names for Tambra
Names that share Tambra's style, for a brother or sister.
