Declining since 1998.
Popularity of Tamira since 1957
Babies named Tamira per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 48 |
| 1960s | 158 |
| 1970s | 336 |
| 1980s | 390 |
| 1990s | 478 |
| 2000s | 492 |
| 2010s | 193 |
| 2020s | 63 |
Meaning & origin
Tamira entered U.S. birth records in 1957, but it never broke into the top 1000, peaking in usage in 1999. Since 1998, its trajectory has been steadily falling. The name appears to be a modern invention, likely inspired by the earlier Tamara and Tammy, both of which enjoyed mid-century popularity. While its origins are uncertain, Tamira has a melodic, feminine sound that fit the naming trends of the 1990s. Its rarity may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive but intuitive name.
Tamira likely emerged in the mid-20th century as a creative variation of names like Tamara, which itself derives from Hebrew tamar (date palm). It may also combine the popular nickname Tammy with the soft -ira or -ira ending found in names like Mira or Keira. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1957, peaking in usage during the late 1990s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tam, Tami, Mira, Tammy
Sibling names for Tamira
Names that share Tamira's style, for a brother or sister.
