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Itamar

♂ Boy

Pronounced ee-tah-MAR /ˌi.tɑˈmɑr/Medium

Meaning: Itamar is a biblical Hebrew name, often read as 'island of palms' (or 'palm coast'). In the Hebrew Bible, Itamar was a son of Aaron; the name remains common in modern Israel.Medium

In 30 seconds: A biblical Hebrew name: Itamar means 'island of palms' (said 'ee-tah-MAR'), borne by a son of Aaron.
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Origin MediumHebrew
MeaningItamar is a biblical Hebrew name, often read as 'island of palms' (or 'palm coast'). In the Hebrew Bible, Itamar was a son of Aaron; the name remains common in modern Israel.
U.S. rank (2024)#11433 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2012
Total births (all-time)≈ 300

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201219872024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Itamar is a biblical Hebrew name, read as 'island of palms' or 'palm coast'. In scripture, Itamar was the youngest son of Aaron and a priestly figure; the name stays common in modern Israel (said 'ee-tah-MAR').

It is rare in the U.S. but well established in Israel. A biblical, nature-touched pick.

Did you know? Itamar, 'island of palms', was a son of Aaron in the Hebrew Bible and remains a familiar name in Israel today. It pairs an ancient story with a warm, natural image (said 'ee-tah-MAR').
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Itamar — Biblical Hebrew 'island of palms'; son of Aaron

Variations

IthamarItai

Nicknames

ItiTam

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Itamar mean?

Itamar is a biblical Hebrew name meaning 'island of palms,' borne by a son of Aaron.

How do you pronounce Itamar?

It's said ee-tah-MAR /ˌi.tɑˈmɑr/ — three syllables, stress on the third.

Is Itamar a boy or girl name?

Itamar is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Itamar?

Itamar is rare in the U.S. but well established in Israel.

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