Tammy Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTAM-ee / /ˈtæmi/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: palm tree; Hebrew: twin
Historical & Cultural Background
Tammy is often considered a diminutive of the name Tamara, which has Hebrew origins. The name gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has been associated with a friendly and approachable persona. Over the years, Tammy has appeared in various cultural contexts, including music and television.
Trend Summary
Tammy experienced peak popularity in the 1960s and 1970s, but has since declined in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tamara
- Tammy
International Variants
- Tamara (Spanish)
- Tammy (English)
Famous people named Tammy
Tammy Wynette was an American country music singer known for her hit songs and emotional performances.
Tammy Faye Bakker was an American singer, evangelist, and television personality recognized for her work in Christian broadcasting.
Tammy Baldwin is an American politician serving as a U.S. Senator from Wisconsin.
Tammy Sytch is an American professional wrestler known for her time in WWE.
Fictional characters named Tammy
Tammy is a character in the animated series 'Bob's Burgers' known for her role as a schoolmate of the main characters.
Tammy Taylor is a character in the television series 'Friday Night Lights,' serving as the supportive wife of the high school football coach.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tammy was first seen in the United States in 1934. Tammy has ranked as high as #33 nationally, which occurred in 1963, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Tammy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tammy (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NJ | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 20 |
| 1941 | 14 |
| 1942 | 30 |
| 1943 | 35 |
| 1944 | 44 |
| 1945 | 45 |
| 1946 | 54 |
| 1947 | 86 |
| 1948 | 78 |
| 1949 | 84 |
| 1950 | 92 |
| 1951 | 89 |
| 1952 | 121 |
| 1953 | 177 |
| 1954 | 194 |
| 1955 | 191 |
| 1956 | 255 |
| 1957 | 4,365 |
| 1958 | 9,988 |
| 1959 | 13,707 |
| 1960 | 14,317 |
| 1961 | 15,529 |
| 1962 | 16,746 |
| 1963 | 21,193 |
| 1964 | 20,045 |
| 1965 | 18,012 |
| 1966 | 18,620 |
| 1967 | 18,651 |
| 1968 | 20,060 |
| 1969 | 19,051 |
| 1970 | 19,586 |
| 1971 | 17,656 |
| 1972 | 14,211 |
| 1973 | 11,245 |
| 1974 | 9,238 |
| 1975 | 7,528 |
| 1976 | 6,228 |
| 1977 | 5,310 |
| 1978 | 4,070 |
| 1979 | 3,758 |
| 1980 | 3,134 |
| 1981 | 2,586 |
| 1982 | 2,263 |
| 1983 | 1,782 |
| 1984 | 1,507 |
| 1985 | 1,196 |
| 1986 | 1,007 |
| 1987 | 864 |
| 1988 | 719 |
| 1989 | 590 |
| 1990 | 550 |
| 1991 | 442 |
| 1992 | 442 |
| 1993 | 358 |
| 1994 | 327 |
| 1995 | 272 |
| 1996 | 225 |
| 1997 | 237 |
| 1998 | 254 |
| 1999 | 205 |
| 2000 | 191 |
| 2001 | 192 |
| 2002 | 194 |
| 2003 | 182 |
| 2004 | 164 |
| 2005 | 152 |
| 2006 | 148 |
| 2007 | 122 |
| 2008 | 120 |
| 2009 | 96 |
| 2010 | 70 |
| 2011 | 58 |
| 2012 | 57 |
| 2013 | 53 |
| 2014 | 55 |
| 2015 | 44 |
| 2016 | 65 |
| 2017 | 59 |
| 2018 | 36 |
| 2019 | 48 |
| 2020 | 34 |
| 2021 | 32 |
| 2022 | 27 |
| 2023 | 33 |
| 2024 | 28 |