Tamia

Tamia is a short form of Tamara, which has its origin in the ancient Hebrew word Tamar. The name is translated as 'the date' or 'the date palm'.

What does the name Tamia mean?

Tamia is a variation of Tamara, which also traces back to the ancient Hebrew Tamar. The translation of the name means 'the date' or 'the date palm'. Its origins lie in the ancient Hebrew term tâmâr (תָּמָר), which means 'the palm' or 'the date palm'. There is also the possibility of a connection to Tamika. In French contexts, Tamia can also mean 'chipmunk' or 'striped squirrel'. Other variants include Tamiah, Tamunia, Tami, Tamie, Tamy, Tamye, Tammy, Tammi, and Tammie.

Where does the name Tamia come from?

Tamia is a female first name with ancient Hebrew roots and means 'the date'. The etymology is based on the ancient Hebrew term tâmâr (תָּמָר), which means 'the palm' or 'the date palm'.

How do you pronounce Tamia?

The pronunciation of Tamia is three syllables and evenly structured. It is pronounced as 'Ta-mi-a' [ˈtaːmi̯a], with a clear T sound combined with a long A sound that conveys openness. The gentle middle consonant 'm' rounds off the sound. With the bright ending '-ia', the name has a melodic lightness. Tamia feels friendly and modern – clear, soft, and harmonious.

When is the name day of Tamia?

The name day for Tamia is celebrated on December 29.

Popularity

In Germany, Tamia is a fairly sought-after first name. Currently, it ranks 2,107th on the list of the most common female first names. The name achieved its best ranking in 2009 at 443rd place. In the last ten years, Tamia has been given as a first name about 230 times, placing it 1,454th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 1,068th.

Nicknames & pet names

Mia / Mimi / Ta / Tam / Tamchen / Tami / Tamialein / TamTam / Tamy

Famous people

• Tamia (R&B singer)
• Tamia Valmont (French singer)
• Tamia Washington-Hill (American singer)