What origin is the name Tamuz?

Tamuz comes from Arabic naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good sister names for Tamuz?

Names from the same arabic tradition pair naturally with Tamuz — for example Layla, Aaliyah, Leila. You can browse more on our arabic names page.

Tamuz

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Tamuz

Tamuz

Boy

Arabic

2 syllables

Tamuz (تمُّوز) is an Arabic boy's name meaning "Derived from the month of Tammuz in the Babylonian and later Arabic calendar. Used to commemorate the time of year of a birth.".

With Arabic roots, Tamuz is a boy name that means "Derived from the month of Tammuz in the Babylonian and later Arabic calendar. Used to commemorate the time of year of a birth.". It has 2 syllables.

Native script: تمُّوز
Origin: Arabic
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

Derived from the month of Tammuz in the Babylonian and later Arabic calendar. Used to commemorate the time of year of a birth.

Popularity

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Written as تمُّوز

Quick answers about Tamuz

What does Tamuz mean?

Tamuz is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning "Derived from the month of Tammuz in the Babylonian and later Arabic calendar. Used to commemorate the time of year of a birth.".

How popular is Tamuz?

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Sister names that go with Tamuz

Layla Aaliyah Leila Fatima Amina Zara

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Name numerology

4is the Chaldean number for Tamuz.

Number 4 is linked with stability, hard work and loyalty.

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