Tamer is a unisex given name of Arabic origin, which means 'one who tamers'. It is derived from the Arabic word 'tamr' that denotes 'date palm'. The name gained popularity through historical figures like Tamerlane, a Mongol conqueror also known as Timur. However, it's important to note that this name should not be confused with Timothy or Tamar.
The name Tamer experienced a notable surge in popularity between the years of 1993 and 2004, with consistently high numbers of births each year (ranging from 23 to 31). However, there has been a significant decrease since then, with fewer than 15 births per year recorded annually from 2010 onwards.