Tamar
girl name#2438 in 2025Tamar entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #1009 in 1977, ranks #2438 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
#2438
rank today
#1009
peak (1977)
73
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4274 |
| 1920s | #4769 |
| 1930s | #3940 |
| 1940s | #3383 |
| 1950s | #2227 |
| 1960s | #1456 |
| 1970s | #1188 |
| 1980s | #1258 |
| 1990s | #1690 |
| 2000s | #2052 |
| 2010s | #2331 |
| 2020s | #2536 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Tamar has been most popular in NY, NJ, FL.
Living bearers
About 5,900 people named Tamar are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tamar alive today was born around 1990, making them about 35 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tamar in 2025?
- Tamar ranks #2438 among US girl names in 2025, with 73 babies given the name.
- When was the name Tamar most popular?
- Tamar peaked in 1977, reaching #1009 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Tamar with classmates?
- Tamar will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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