Tama at a glance
- Meaning
- Date palm
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Religion
- Jewish
- Gender
- girl
- Pronunciation
- TA-ma
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- uncommon
- Variants & Spellings
- Tamar, Tamarah, Tamaro, Tammar, Taamari, Taamarya
Lucky details for Tama
- Number
- 1
- Color
- Golden Yellow
- Stone
- Ruby
- Flower
- Sunflower
- Day
- Sunday
- Planet
- Sun
- Zodiac
- Leo
- Metal
- Gold
Tama is a Hebrew name meaning “date palm”. It is a spelling variant of Tamar and carries exactly the same meaning, with a softer, more modern look on paper. Parents choose Tama for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with independent, pioneering, naturally in charge. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Tama reduce to 1, a number linked with Sun and with people who are confident, original, decisive, protective of family.
Numerology
Chaldean value 1 — Independent, pioneering, naturally in charge.
Personality
Independent, pioneering, naturally in charge
Positive Traits
Confident, original, decisive, protective of family
Negative Traits
Can be stubborn and dislikes being told what to do
Career Suggestions
Entrepreneurship, leadership roles, design, sport
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FAQs about the name Tama
What does the name Tama mean?
Tama means “date palm” and comes from a Hebrew root.
Is Tama a boy or girl name?
Tama is most often used as a girl name today.
How do you pronounce Tama?
Tama is pronounced TA-ma (2 syllables).
What is the lucky number for Tama?
The lucky number for Tama is 1, ruled by Sun.
What are good nicknames for Tama?
Popular short forms include Tami, Tay.
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