Rising since 2012, #5,608 for boys today.
Popularity of Tiam since 2010
Babies named Tiam per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 54 |
| 2020s | 71 |
Meaning & origin
Tiam is an uncommon name in the United States, first appearing on the Social Security list in 2010. As of 2025, it ranked 5,608th, with a one-in-106,755 frequency. The name has been rising in usage since 2012, reaching its peak in 2025. Its origins are unclear; it may be a modern coinage or a variant of the ancient name Tiamat. Top states for Tiam include California, reflecting its emergence in diverse regions.
The name Tiam is a modern rarity in the United States, first appearing on the Social Security list in 2010. It may be a shortened form of Tiamat, the name of a Mesopotamian goddess, but direct influence is uncertain. Alternatively, it could be a contemporary invented name, perhaps blending sounds from other given names or fashionable initials.
Where Tiam is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Tiam” around the world
Where Tiam lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
70
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Tiam
Names that share Tiam's style, for a brother or sister.
