Find out how popular the first name Tamare has been for the last 27 years (from 1985 to 2011) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Tamare by gender

Based on the last 27 years of data, Tamare is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 55% of people named Tamare being male.

For the most recent data in 2011, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Tamare.

The history of the first name Tamare

The name Tamare has its origins in the ancient Mesopotamian region, specifically in the Akkadian language spoken in the area of modern-day Iraq and Syria around the 3rd millennium BC. It is derived from the Akkadian word "tamaru," which means "to see" or "to observe."

This ancient Semitic name likely held spiritual or religious significance, as many names from that era were chosen to invoke blessings or to honor deities. In Mesopotamian culture, names were often given to newborns based on the circumstances surrounding their birth or the aspirations of their parents.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Tamare can be found in a cuneiform tablet from the Old Babylonian period, dated around 1800 BC. This tablet lists the names of various individuals, including a male named "Tamare-ili," which translates to "Tamare is my god."

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Tamare. One of the earliest recorded was Tamare of Cyzicus, a Greek philosopher who lived in the 5th century BC. He was a follower of the Pythagorean school of thought and is mentioned in the writings of the ancient Greek historian Diogenes Laertius.

Another prominent figure was Tamare the Brave, a Georgian princess and military commander who lived in the 12th century AD. She is celebrated for her role in defending the Kingdom of Georgia against the Seljuk Turks and is depicted in several medieval Georgian texts and chronicles.

In the realm of literature, Tamare was the name of a character in the 19th-century Russian novel "A Hero of Our Time" by Mikhail Lermontov. This fictional Tamare was a beautiful and enigmatic Circassian princess who captured the heart of the novel's protagonist.

Moving to more modern times, Tamare Gverdtsiteli (1928-2022) was a renowned Georgian actress and singer who had a successful career spanning over seven decades. She was widely recognized for her portrayals of strong, passionate women in both film and theater.

Another notable individual was Tamare Chkhenkeli (1913-1994), a Georgian linguist and philologist who made significant contributions to the study of the Kartvelian language family. Her work on the historical development and classification of these languages earned her international recognition.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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