Declining since 2000, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Tomer since 1982
Babies named Tomer per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 81 |
| 1990s | 145 |
| 2000s | 157 |
| 2010s | 48 |
| 2020s | 18 |
Meaning & origin
Tomer, a Hebrew name meaning 'palm tree' or 'date palm', entered U.S. records in 1982, reflecting its adoption by Israeli immigrants and Jewish families. Since its peak year in 2000, its usage has been falling, though it remains closely tied to Israeli cultural identity. With a 2025 rank of 12,008 and a frequency of 1 in 341,615 boys, Tomer is a distinctive choice, still uncommon enough that it appears in no state's top 1000. The name's straightforward pronunciation and strong, natural imagery give it a modern yet rooted appeal, linking its bearer to ancient Near Eastern landscapes.
Tomer is a Hebrew name derived from the word 'tamar' (תָּמָר), meaning 'palm tree' or 'date palm'. In the Bible, Tamar is a figure in Genesis and the mother of Perez and Zerah. The masculine form Tomer, often used in modern Israel, symbolizes uprightness and strength, drawing from the tall, straight growth of the palm. The name gained popularity in Israel during the late 20th century.
“Tomer” around the world
Where Tomer lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tom
Sibling names for Tomer
Names that share Tomer's style, for a brother or sister.
