Tamir - Name Meaning and Origin

The boy's name Tamir \t(a)-mir\ is of Hebrew and Arabic origin, and its meaning is "erect, tall; wealthy one". The name literally refers to a person with an large supply of dates, a staple food in ancient Arabia. Related to the girl's name Tamar, which means "date palm".

Baby names that sound like Tamir are Damar, Damero, Damaro and Demar. Other similar baby names are Namir and Tahir.

Tamir is a very rare male first name and a very rare surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Tamir. Click here to compare Tamir with related baby names.