Tilghman
Pronunciation: [ t-IHLM-uhn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Tilghman first appeared in US Social Security records in 1997.
Over 17 babies have been named Tilghman in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tilghman is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #34,228 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #34,228
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Old English origin
"river crossing dweller"
#34,181 in US
Greek origin
"moral principles, code of conduct"
#34,158 in US
Classical Arabic origin
"elevated, lofty"
#34,191 in US
Thai origin
"nickname name (Thai given name)"
#34,106 in US
Latin origin
"from Laurentum; crowned with laurel"
#34,084 in US
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About the Name Tilghman
Tilghman is a boy name .
Tilghman is currently ranked #34,228 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Tilghman include Til, Tiy, Tilie, and Tilgie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis