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Origin(s)
PronunciationTAM-ee-uh / /ˈtæmiə/African; English
Meaning
African: 'the one who brings joy'; English: 'a form of Tami'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tamia has roots in African cultures, often associated with joy and happiness. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century. The name is sometimes seen as a modern variant of Tami, which itself is a diminutive of names like Tamara.
Trend Summary
Tamia has seen a steady presence in U.S. baby name rankings, particularly popular in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tami
- Tammy
International Variants
- Tamia (English)
Famous people named Tamia
Tamia Hill is a Canadian singer known for her R&B hits and collaborations with various artists.
Tamia is also recognized for her work as a songwriter and has received multiple award nominations throughout her career.
Fictional characters named Tamia
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tamia was first seen in the United States in 1947. Tamia has ranked as high as #656 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in New York, Florida, Georgia, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Tamia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tamia (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 6 | |
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 11 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1967 | 14 |
| 1968 | 20 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 15 |
| 1972 | 27 |
| 1973 | 27 |
| 1974 | 31 |
| 1975 | 37 |
| 1976 | 45 |
| 1977 | 31 |
| 1978 | 44 |
| 1979 | 39 |
| 1980 | 54 |
| 1981 | 52 |
| 1982 | 36 |
| 1983 | 41 |
| 1984 | 42 |
| 1985 | 39 |
| 1986 | 39 |
| 1987 | 44 |
| 1988 | 51 |
| 1989 | 42 |
| 1990 | 34 |
| 1991 | 41 |
| 1992 | 37 |
| 1993 | 39 |
| 1994 | 33 |
| 1995 | 67 |
| 1996 | 483 |
| 1997 | 579 |
| 1998 | 742 |
| 1999 | 705 |
| 2000 | 664 |
| 2001 | 828 |
| 2002 | 578 |
| 2003 | 654 |
| 2004 | 833 |
| 2005 | 581 |
| 2006 | 512 |
| 2007 | 592 |
| 2008 | 562 |
| 2009 | 399 |
| 2010 | 356 |
| 2011 | 292 |
| 2012 | 276 |
| 2013 | 266 |
| 2014 | 271 |
| 2015 | 246 |
| 2016 | 233 |
| 2017 | 214 |
| 2018 | 149 |
| 2019 | 146 |
| 2020 | 121 |
| 2021 | 102 |
| 2022 | 103 |
| 2023 | 73 |
| 2024 | 52 |