Tilman Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: TIL-muhn //ˈtɪl.mən//
Origin: German; Dutch
Meaning: German: 'tilled land'; Dutch: 'farmer'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tilman has its roots in the Germanic languages, deriving from the Old High German name "Diethelm," which is composed of the elements "diot," meaning "people," and "helm," meaning "helmet" or "protection." This name evolved through various forms, including the Middle High German "Tilman," before being adopted into English. The transition into English likely occurred during the medieval period, as Germanic tribes interacted with the Anglo-Saxon settlers in England, leading to the incorporation of such names into the English lexicon.
Historically, the name Tilman can be associated with several notable figures and milestones. One significant reference is to Saint Tilman, a 9th-century monk who is venerated in some Christian traditions.
His contributions to monastic life and the spread of Christianity in the region contributed to the name's recognition. Additionally, the name appears in various medieval texts and records, indicating its use among nobility and common folk alike during the Middle Ages.
The name's presence in historical documents reflects its enduring nature through centuries of linguistic and cultural shifts. Culturally, Tilman has been associated with strength and protection, stemming from its etymological roots.
The imagery of a helmet symbolizes defense and guardianship, which may have resonated with families choosing the name for their sons. In some contexts, the diminutive form "Til" has also been used, although less frequently.
The name's historical significance and its associations with protection and leadership have contributed to its lasting legacy in various cultures.
Famous people named Tilman
In this section, you will find notable people named Tilman. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Tilman who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Tilman Fertitta is a businessman best known for owning Landry's, Inc., the Houston Rockets, and the Golden Nugget casinos.
Tilman D. Smith is a writer best known for his novels and contributions to contemporary literature.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tilman was first seen in the United States in 1881.
Tilman has ranked as high as #2870 nationally, which occurred in 1926, and has been most popular in Louisiana, Arkansas, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Tilman has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Tilman is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Tilman was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Tilman.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 7 | 7 |
| 2022 | 12 | 12 |
| 2020 | 8 | 8 |
| 2018 | 5 | 5 |
| 2016 | 7 | 7 |
| 2015 | 7 | 7 |
| 2014 | 6 | 6 |
| 2013 | 5 | 5 |
| 2011 | 9 | 9 |
| 2007 | 7 | 7 |
| 2005 | 7 | 7 |
| 2004 | 9 | 9 |
| 2003 | 7 | 7 |
| 2001 | 8 | 8 |
| 2000 | 6 | 6 |
| 1998 | 7 | 7 |
| 1996 | 5 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 | 6 |
| 1979 | 6 | 6 |
| 1976 | 8 | 8 |
| 1974 | 7 | 7 |
| 1971 | 5 | 5 |
| 1970 | 6 | 6 |
| 1968 | 11 | 11 |
| 1966 | 7 | 7 |
| 1965 | 5 | 5 |
| 1964 | 6 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 | 6 |
| 1962 | 5 | 5 |
| 1959 | 10 | 10 |
| 1958 | 7 | 7 |
| 1957 | 16 | 16 |
| 1956 | 12 | 12 |
| 1955 | 8 | 8 |
| 1954 | 12 | 12 |
| 1953 | 9 | 9 |
| 1952 | 9 | 9 |
| 1951 | 6 | 6 |
| 1950 | 11 | 11 |
| 1949 | 8 | 8 |
| 1948 | 11 | 11 |
| 1947 | 7 | 7 |
| 1946 | 16 | 16 |
| 1945 | 14 | 14 |
| 1944 | 9 | 9 |
| 1943 | 7 | 7 |
| 1942 | 12 | 12 |
| 1941 | 9 | 9 |
| 1940 | 12 | 12 |
| 1939 | 18 | 18 |
| 1938 | 12 | 12 |
| 1937 | 7 | 7 |
| 1936 | 15 | 15 |
| 1935 | 19 | 19 |
| 1934 | 10 | 10 |
| 1933 | 20 | 20 |
| 1932 | 10 | 10 |
| 1931 | 11 | 11 |
| 1930 | 9 | 9 |
| 1929 | 22 | 22 |
| 1928 | 14 | 14 |
| 1927 | 14 | 14 |
| 1926 | 26 | 26 |
| 1925 | 20 | 20 |
| 1924 | 22 | 22 |
| 1923 | 21 | 21 |
| 1922 | 21 | 21 |
| 1921 | 19 | 19 |
| 1920 | 23 | 23 |
| 1919 | 13 | 13 |
| 1918 | 24 | 24 |
| 1917 | 22 | 22 |
| 1916 | 15 | 15 |
| 1915 | 9 | 9 |
| 1914 | 20 | 20 |
| 1913 | 15 | 15 |
| 1912 | 6 | 6 |
| 1911 | 6 | 6 |
| 1910 | 10 | 10 |
| 1908 | 7 | 7 |
| 1898 | 6 | 6 |
| 1896 | 5 | 5 |
| 1884 | 6 | 6 |
| 1881 | 7 | 7 |
Top States for Tilman (1952)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| LA | 5 |