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Thamarai

Girl name · Indian

Meaninglotus · Tamil

Thamarai is an Indian girl name meaning “lotus”, with Tamil roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name.

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  • Hidden namesLook closely: Thamarai has the name Amara hiding inside it.
  • Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Thamarai would score 13 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
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Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Thamarai

Thamarai is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “lotus”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Thamarai at school.

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Questions about the name Thamarai

What does the name Thamarai mean?

Thamarai means “lotus” and comes from Tamil. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Ren (“often lotus”), Kamala (“lotus”), Padma (“lotus”) and Kumud (“lotus”).

What is the origin of the name Thamarai?

Thamarai is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Tamil. Other Indian names to consider are Maya (“illusion”), Lyla (“night”), Arya (“noble”) and Kali (“black”).

Is Thamarai a boy or girl name?

Thamarai is a girl name.

What names are similar to Thamarai?

If you like Thamarai, you might also like Ren, Kamala, Padma and Kumud.

What should I know before naming my baby Thamarai?

Thamarai is an Indian girl name meaning “lotus”, with Tamil roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.