Holding steady.
Popularity of Tamila since 1957
Babies named Tamila per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 36 |
| 1960s | 210 |
| 1970s | 167 |
| 1980s | 79 |
| 1990s | 27 |
| 2000s | 18 |
| 2010s | 30 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Tamila is a rare and modern name that entered U.S. birth records in 1957, a year that marks the beginning of its quiet history. Its peak came in 1968, though even then it never approached widespread usage. The name has remained stable over the decades, but without enough births to generate a rank or one-in-N statistic in the latest data. Its exact origins are uncertain: it may be a feminine form of Tamil, the name of a South Asian language and ethnic group, or an elaborated variant of a Slavic name. The name has not been associated with any U.S. states or notable frequency trends, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon name with a melodic sound.
Tamila first appeared in U.S. records in 1957. It may be a feminine elaboration of the ethnic name Tamil, or a variant of the Russian name Tamila, which itself is of uncertain origin. Usage has been sporadic and remains uncommon, with a peak in 1968.
“Tamila” around the world
Where Tamila lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tami, Mila, Tammi
Variants: Tamilla
Sibling names for Tamila
Names that share Tamila's style, for a brother or sister.
