Tamilyn
Tamilyn is a girl baby name. Ranked #64,221 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
Tamilyn first appeared in US Social Security records in 1958.
Over 101 babies have been named Tamilyn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tamilyn is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #64,221 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #64,221
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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About the Name Tamilyn
Tamilyn is a girl name .
Tamilyn is currently ranked #64,221 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Tamilyn include Tam, Tay, Tamie, and Tamiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Tamilyn include Tamia . 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