UK boy's name
Tomer
Masculine Hebrew name meaning "date palm" or "palm tree".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Tomer is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Tomer popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4702, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2006, with 5 births.
This profile covers 21 England and Wales registrations across 6 recorded years from 1997 to 2019. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 21 living people in the UK are called Tomer. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2020 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Tomer ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales in 2019, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2006, when 5 boys were registered as Tomer.
- • About 21 living people in the UK are estimated to have Tomer as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4702
2019
Births in 2019
3
Latest year
Peak year
2006
5 births
Estimated living
21
2026
Meaning
What does Tomer mean?
The name Tomer is a Hebrew name derived from the word "tamar," meaning "date palm" or "palm tree." It has its origins in the ancient Middle Eastern and Mediterranean regions, where date palms were abundant and held significant cultural and symbolic importance.
In ancient Hebrew texts, the date palm is often referenced as a symbol of strength, resilience, and fertility. The Book of Psalms, for instance, compares the righteous individual to "a palm tree planted by streams of water, yielding its fruit in its season" (Psalm 92:12).
The earliest recorded use of the name Tomer can be traced back to the biblical period, with references found in the Hebrew Bible. One notable individual is Tomer, the son of Michah, who is mentioned in the Book of Chronicles (1 Chronicles 9:9).
Throughout history, several prominent figures have borne the name Tomer. One example is Tomer Devorah (1904-1989), an Israeli composer and conductor who was instrumental in shaping the country's musical landscape during its early years.
Another notable figure is Tomer Sisley (born 1974), a French actor and comedian of Israeli descent, known for his roles in films like "Taxi" and "The Valet."
In the realm of sports, Tomer Hemed (born 1987) is an Israeli professional footballer who has played for various clubs in Europe, including Brighton & Hove Albion and Queens Park Rangers.
Tomer Lev (born 1986) is an Israeli singer and songwriter who has gained popularity for his unique blend of rock, pop, and Middle Eastern influences.
Tomer Savoia (born 1982) is an Israeli actor and director, best known for his work in films like "Waltz with Bashir" and "Footnote."
The name Tomer continues to be a popular choice among Hebrew-speaking communities, particularly in Israel, where it holds a strong connection to the country's cultural and historical roots.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Tomer over time
The chart below shows babies named Tomer registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Tomer, the clearest high point is 2006. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2019, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Tomer by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Tomer was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4702 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #3198 | 12 | 3 |
| 1990s | #2901 | 6 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Tomer
- Thomas 160,894
- Tyler 42,147
- Theo 40,594
- Toby 32,482
- Theodore 30,211
- Tommy 25,300
- Teddy 20,781
- Taylor 14,354
- Tobias 13,102
- Tom 9,822
- Tristan 9,171
- Timothy 6,200
FAQ
Tomer: questions and answers
How popular is the name Tomer in the UK right now?
In 2019, Tomer was ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Tomer most popular?
The peak year on record was 2006, with 5 babies registered as Tomer in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Tomer?
Masculine Hebrew name meaning "date palm" or "palm tree".
How many people are called Tomer in the UK?
A total of 21 babies have been registered as Tomer across the 6 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.