Holding steady.
Popularity of Tambi since 1957
Babies named Tambi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 21 |
| 1960s | 54 |
| 1970s | 75 |
| 1980s | 27 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tambi is a distinctive but rare feminine name first recorded in U.S. data in 1957. It reached its peak popularity in 1975, but has never ranked in the top 1000 names. Usage has remained very low and stable over the decades, with fewer than five births per year in most years. The name appears to be a modern coinage, possibly inspired by Tammy or Tambra. Because of its rarity, it is not associated with any particular region or cultural tradition. Parents choosing Tambi today are selecting a name that stands out for its uniqueness and simple, cheerful sound.
Tambi is a rare modern feminine name that appears in U.S. records from the mid-20th century. It may be a diminutive of Tammy, itself a nickname for Tamara, or a creative spelling of Tamby. No deeper historical or linguistic origin is attested.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tam, Tambi
Variants: Tamby
Sibling names for Tambi
Names that share Tambi's style, for a brother or sister.
