Tomer
Hebrew · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Tomer
Tomer is a Hebrew name meaning "tall" or "palm tree," derived from the Hebrew word "tamar" (תמר), which refers to the date palm tree.
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Etymology
Tomer is a Hebrew name meaning "tall" or "palm tree," derived from the Hebrew word "tamar" (תמר), which refers to the date palm tree. The name has roots in ancient Semitic languages and carries symbolic significance related to strength and resilience.
The name is primarily used in Israeli and Jewish cultures, with increased popularity in Israel since the 20th century; it has biblical and historical connections to the land of Israel, where palm trees were culturally and economically significant in ancient times.
Tomer currently ranks #13,708 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2000.
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