Tami Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTAM-ee / ˈtæmiHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: twin; English: diminutive of names like Tamara
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tami is often considered a diminutive of Tamara, which has Hebrew origins. In Hebrew, Tamara means 'date palm' and is associated with beauty and resilience. Tami has been used as a standalone name in English-speaking countries, particularly in the late 20th century. Its usage as a boy's name is less common but reflects a trend of using traditionally feminine names for boys.
Trend Summary
Tami has seen fluctuating popularity, with a notable presence in the 1970s and 1980s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tam
- Tammy
International Variants
- Tamás (Hungarian)
- Tamar (Hebrew)
- Tami (Japanese)
Famous people named Tami
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tami was first seen in the United States in 1946. Tami has ranked as high as #1008 nationally, which occurred in 1947, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Tami has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tami
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |