Tami

Hebrew

"date palm tree"

Tami Origin and Meaning

The name Tami is a girl's name.

Tami is a feminine name functioning both as a standalone name and as a diminutive for Tamara. With Hebrew origins, Tamara means "date palm tree," symbolizing beauty and grace. Tami emerged as a popular nickname form in the mid-20th century before becoming established as an independent name. Its peak popularity occurred during the 1960s and 1970s, when short, friendly-sounding names were fashionable. The name has a cheerful, approachable quality with its brief two syllables and soft ending. Though less common for babies today, Tami maintains associations with warmth and friendliness. The name benefits from being easily pronounced across multiple cultures and languages, making it accessible while still maintaining its distinct identity.

Tami Rank in US Top 1000

# 941 in the US

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Famous People Named Tami

• Tami Erin (born Tamara Erin Klicman) American actress
• Tami Whitlinger American tennis player
• Tami Chynn (born Tammar Anika Chin) Jamaican singer,songwriter
• Tami Nichole Farrell Miss Teen USA 2003
• Tami Lane American makeup artist
• Tamiya "Tami" Lynn American soul singer

The name Tami in Pop Culture

• Tami Taylor character on TV's "Friday Night Lights"
• Tami Lynn, character in film "Ted"
• "T.A.M.I. Show " 1964 concert film