Find out how popular the first name Tomar has been for the last 28 years (from 1976 to 2003) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Tomar by gender

Based on the last 28 years of data, Tomar is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2003, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Tomar.

The history of the first name Tomar

The name Tomar is derived from the ancient Sanskrit language of India. It is believed to have originated around the 4th century BCE during the Vedic period. The name is thought to be a combination of the words "tama" meaning dark or black, and "ara" meaning enemy or foe. Together, the name Tomar signifies a victorious conqueror who vanquished dark forces or enemies.

In Hindu mythology, the name Tomar appears in the Mahabharata and Puranas as a title or epithet for various deities and legendary warriors. One of the earliest recorded examples is Tomar Rishi, a revered sage and scholar mentioned in the Padma Purana from the 5th century CE.

During the medieval period, the Tomar clan rose to prominence as a powerful Rajput dynasty that ruled over parts of northern India from the 8th to the 12th century. Their capital was the city of Dhillika, later known as Delhi. Several notable rulers bore the name Tomar, including Anangpal Tomar (735-770 CE), who founded the city of Delhi and established the Tomar dynasty.

Another famous Tomar was Raja Nahar Pal Tomar (975-1025 CE), who is credited with constructing the iconic Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque in Delhi, which incorporated elements from demolished Hindu and Jain temples. The mosque's minar (minaret) is one of the tallest and most impressive examples of Islamic architecture from that era.

In more recent times, Tomar Shivhubillu (1920-1994) was a renowned Indian classical singer and musician from the Kirana gharana (musical lineage). He was awarded the prestigious Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan by the Government of India for his contributions to music.

Tomar Rampukar (1925-2004) was an acclaimed artist and sculptor from Rajasthan, India. He is best known for his intricate stone carvings and sculptures depicting scenes from Hindu mythology and folklore. Several of his works are displayed in prestigious museums and galleries around the world.

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