Tamsen Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTAM-sen / /ˈtæm.sən/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: a variant of Thomasina; Hebrew: palm tree
Historical & Cultural Background
Tamsen is derived from the name Thomasina, which is a feminine form of Thomas. The name has roots in both English and Hebrew cultures. It has been used in various literary works and has a vintage charm that appeals to modern parents. Tamsen is less common today, giving it a unique quality.
Trend Summary
Tamsen has seen a decline in popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tamsin
- Tammy
International Variants
- Tamara (Hebrew)
- Tamsin (English)
Famous people named Tamsen
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Fictional characters named Tamsen
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tamsen was first seen in the United States in 1943. Tamsen has ranked as high as #1103 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Tamsen has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tamsen (1981)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 16 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 23 |
| 1980 | 21 |
| 1981 | 22 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 |