Declining since 1985, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Tammie since 1927
Babies named Tammie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 90 |
| 1950s | 3,981 |
| 1960s | 19,345 |
| 1970s | 9,579 |
| 1980s | 1,803 |
| 1990s | 370 |
| 2000s | 142 |
| 2010s | 53 |
| 2020s | 12 |
Meaning & origin
Tammie is a diminutive form that saw its greatest popularity in the mid-20th century, reflecting the American fondness for informal, nickname-style given names. First recorded in 1927, the name surged during the baby boom and reached its peak rank in 1968, when it was far more common. Since 1985, its usage has been steadily declining, and in 2025 it ranked 13,208th, with a frequency of 1 in 267,878 births. Tammie's trajectory mirrors the broader shift away from mid-century naming conventions. While never concentrated in any particular state, the name carries a vintage, nostalgic quality. Linguistically, Tammie is a spelling variant of Tammy, which itself is derived from either Thomasina (meaning "twin") or Tamara (meaning "date palm"), giving it a dual etymological heritage that has been embraced by English-speaking families.
Tammie is a diminutive or pet form derived from Tammy, which itself can be a nickname for Thomasina (the feminine form of Thomas, meaning "twin" from Aramaic) or Tamara (a Hebrew name meaning "date palm"). The name emerged in the United States in the early 20th century, gaining popularity as a standalone given name, particularly in the mid-1900s. Its use peaked during the baby boom era, reflecting a trend of informal, nickname-style names for girls.
Where Tammie is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tam, Tammy
Sibling names for Tammie
Names that share Tammie's style, for a brother or sister.
