Holding steady.
Popularity of Tamelia since 1958
Babies named Tamelia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 54 |
| 1970s | 64 |
| 1980s | 41 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tamelia is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1958, a time when creative name blends were becoming popular. It reached its highest frequency in 1977, but has never been common, failing to enter the top 1000 names in any year. The name shows a stable trajectory in recent decades, with no significant resurgence. Its origin is uncertain but likely combines elements of Tamara and Amelia, fitting a pattern of fashionable -lia endings. Tamelia remains a rare choice, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name.
Tamelia appears to be a modern coinage, first recorded in the United States in 1958. It likely blends elements from names like Tamara (of Hebrew origin meaning 'palm tree') and Amelia (of Germanic origin meaning 'work'), or may be an elaborated form of Tami. The name gained modest use in the 1970s, peaking in 1977, but has never been among the top 1000 names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tami, Tammi, Melia, Tia
Variants: Tamela, Tameala
Sibling names for Tamelia
Names that share Tamelia's style, for a brother or sister.
