Tamu
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Start comparing →Historical Record
Tamu first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 5 babies have been named Tamu in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tamu is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #27,230 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #27,230
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Also a Girl Name
Tamu is also used as a girl name, ranked #23102.
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Greek origin
"each of the two; pure"
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American origin
"modern blend of Jade and Adrian"
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Latin origin
"to be stronger, to have more power"
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Irish Gaelic origin
"fierce strength, bravery"
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About the Name Tamu
Tamu is a boy name .
Is Tamu a boy or girl name? Tamu is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #27,230 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #23,102. Tamu is more commonly used as a girl name.
Tamu is currently ranked #27,230 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Tamu include Tamir, Tamim . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
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