Holding steady.
Popularity of Tamalyn since 1958
Babies named Tamalyn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 26 |
| 1960s | 79 |
| 1970s | 33 |
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tamalyn is a rare modern feminine name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1958, its peak year with a handful of births. Since then, it has remained extremely uncommon, with no recorded resurgence. The name follows a pattern of mid-century coinages that combine a shorter root name with the -lyn suffix, a fashionable ending popularized by names like Marilyn and Evelyn. Tamalyn's trajectory is stable, meaning it has never significantly increased or decreased in usage. Without any top states or notable bearers, it remains a highly distinctive choice for parents seeking something truly unique.
Tamalyn appears to be a modern feminine name formed by combining the name Tama (itself a short form of Tamara or Thomasina) with the fashionable suffix -lyn. The name first entered U.S. birth records in 1958 but has never achieved widespread use. It is likely a creative spelling or variation of Tamelyn or Tammalyn, part of a mid-20th century trend of -lyn endings.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tam, Tami, Lyn
Variants: Tamelyn, Tammalyn, Tama-Lyn
Sibling names for Tamalyn
Names that share Tamalyn's style, for a brother or sister.
