Tamarin
Pronunciation: [ t-AM-er-uhn ]
Tamarin is a girl baby name. Ranked #61,062 in the US, popular nicknames include Tam, Tay, and Tamie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Tamarin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 20 babies have been named Tamarin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tamarin is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #61,062 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #61,062
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Tamarin
Tamarin is a girl name .
Tamarin is currently ranked #61,062 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Tamarin include Tam, Tay, Tamie, and Tamaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Tamarin include Tamara, Tamar . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis