Itamarאִיתָמָר

/ee-tah-MAHR/

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Itamar is a Hebrew boy's name pronounced /ee-tah-MAHR/. A nature-inspired biblical name meaning an island of palm trees.

Meaning of Itamar

A nature-inspired biblical name meaning an island of palm trees.

Itamar is a Hebrew name derived from the words 'i' (island or coast) and 'tamar' (palm tree or date). In the Old Testament, Itamar was the youngest son of Aaron the High Priest and served as a leader of the Levites during the construction of the Tabernacle.

Origin
Hebrew
Pronunciation
/ee-tah-MAHR/

Cultural background

The name is a popular classic in modern Israel, appreciated for its blend of biblical heritage and connection to the Israeli landscape. It is primarily used within Jewish communities globally as a strong, nature-based masculine name.

Variations & nicknames

  • Ithamar
  • Itamari
  • Iti
  • Itamarus

Famous people named Itamar

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

  • Itamar Ben-Gvir

    Israeli lawyer and politician serving as Minister of National Security

    Politics · 2000s-present

  • Itamar Einhorn

    Professional road racing cyclist for UCI WorldTeam Israel–Premier Tech

    Sport · 2010s-present

  • Itamar Batista da Silva

    Brazilian footballer known simply as Itamar

    Sport · 2000s-2010s

  • Itamar Franco

    Politician who served as the 33rd President of Brazil

    Politics · 1990s

  • Itamar Biran

    Olympic alpine ski racer representing Israel

    Sport · 2010s-present

  • Itamar Moses

    Tony Award-winning American playwright and television writer

    Literature · 2000s-present

Frequently asked about Itamar

What does Itamar mean?
Itamar is a Hebrew name meaning 'island of palms' or 'coast of the date tree'.
How do you pronounce Itamar?
It is pronounced ee-tah-MAHR, with the emphasis typically placed on the final syllable.
Is Itamar a boy or girl name?
Itamar is traditionally a masculine name used for boys.
Is Itamar a biblical name?
Yes, Itamar (spelled Ithamar in many English Bibles) was the youngest son of Aaron and a nephew of Moses.

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