Rising since 2022.
Popularity of Tamirah since 1980
Babies named Tamirah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 21 |
| 1990s | 60 |
| 2000s | 85 |
| 2010s | 38 |
| 2020s | 14 |
Meaning & origin
Tamirah is a name that entered U.S. birth records in 1980, reflecting a broader trend of melodic Hebrew-derived names gaining appeal. It reached its peak popularity in 1998, though it has never ranked among the top 1,000 names, making it a distinctive choice. Since 2022, its usage has been on a rising trajectory, suggesting renewed interest. The name's meaning, often tied to the palm tree or spice, evokes warmth and nature. Its top states have been largely in the South and Midwest, but it remains rare nationwide, with an estimated 1-in-N ratio that underscores its uniqueness.
Tamirah is a modern feminine variant of Tamir, a Hebrew name meaning 'tall' or 'palm tree'. It may also be related to the Arabic word 'tamr' meaning 'dates'. The name emerged in the United States in the 1980s as part of a trend of creating melodic, '-ah' ending names from established Hebrew roots.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tami, Mira, Tam
Sibling names for Tamirah
Names that share Tamirah's style, for a brother or sister.
