Tammi
Fact sheet
- Name
- Tammi
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Tammi is a pet form of the name Tamara, which is a Russian variant of the Ancient Hebrew name Tamar. The first name is translated as 'the date' or 'the date palm,' which is often seen as a symbol of grace and beauty.
What does the name Tammi mean?
Tammi is a diminutive of Tamara, a Russian form of the Hebrew name Tamar, which means 'the date' or 'the date palm.' The roots of the name lie in Ancient Hebrew, derived from tâmâr (תָּמָר), meaning 'the palm' or 'the date palm.' Interestingly, Tammi in colloquial Finnish means 'the oak,' which traces back to the element tammi. Tamar was the daughter-in-law of Judah in the Old Testament and later his wife, and a daughter of King David also bore this name. Variants include Tami, Tamie, Tamy, Tamye, Tammie, and Tammy. In Arabic countries, the masculine form Tamir can be found.
Where does the name Tammi come from?
The name Tammi has its roots in Ancient Hebrew and means 'the date palm.' The etymology comes from tâmâr (תָּמָר), which means 'the palm' or 'the date palm.' It belongs to the linguistic family of Ancient Hebrew.
How do you pronounce Tammi?
The name Tammi is two syllables and has a lively, direct sound structure. It is usually pronounced as 'Tam-mi' [ˈtami]. It begins with an open a sound that immediately creates closeness and clarity. The double m connection gives the sound in the middle some density. The bright i ending provides a friendly and slightly buoyant finish, making the overall sound dynamic and accessible – clear and uncomplicated with an almost playful presence.
When is the name day of Tammi?
Tammi is celebrated on December 29.
Popularity
In Germany, Tammi is among the rarer first names. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2014 at 2,714th. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 40 times, which places it 4,320th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, Tammi ranks 4,776th.
Famous people
- Tammi Ann (actress from the USA)
- Tammi Ost (Danish actress)
- Tammi Patterson (Australian tennis player)
- Tammi Reiss (Chinese actress)
- Tammi Terrell (American singer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Tammi
What is the meaning of the name Tammi?
Tammi is a diminutive of the name Tamara, which comes from Hebrew and means 'the date' or 'the date palm.' Its roots lie in Ancient Hebrew, derived from tâmâr (תָּמָר).
Where does the name Tammi come from?
The name Tammi has its roots in Ancient Hebrew and belongs to the linguistic family of Ancient Hebrew. It is derived from the word for 'palm.'
How popular is the name Tammi?
Tammi is a less common name, but its sweet and charming form has some followers. It can be found in various spelling variants, showcasing its adaptability.