Itamar (name)

Itamar is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin.

Etymology and Meaning:

The name Itamar (אִיתָמָר) derives from the Hebrew phrase "I-tamar," meaning "island of palms" or "palm island." It can also be interpreted as "father of palms" when broken down etymologically, with "iti" (אִתִּי) potentially related to "father," and "tamar" (תָּמָר) meaning "palm tree" or "date palm."

Usage and Prevalence:

Itamar is primarily used as a given name, and is more common in Israel and among Jewish communities. While not as prevalent in other parts of the world, it has gained some international recognition.

Notable People Named Itamar:

• Itamar Ben-Avi (1882-1943): The first native speaker of Modern Hebrew.

Variations:

While the core name remains Itamar, variations in spelling or pronunciation are relatively uncommon.