Tamya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tamya is of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Hebrew and associated with the meaning 'palm tree.' It has evolved from historical forms like Tami and Tamara and gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unique name choice. While it lacks significant biblical relevance, it is viewed positively in contemporary contexts, often linked to creativity and individuality.
The name Tamya is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Tamya has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Tamya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9118th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8706th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12734th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1456th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4841st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Tamya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tamya"
Pronunciation
/ˈtæm.jə/
Origin
Unknown, possibly derived from various cultures
Etymology
The name Tamya is believed to be a modern variation of the name Tami, which has roots in Hebrew meaning 'palm tree.' It may also be influenced by names from African or Native American cultures.
Meaning
Palm tree
Language Evolution
Tami, Tamara, Tamya
Historical Usage
Tamya gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unique and modern name choice, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Tami, Tamara, Tammy
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Tamya is perceived as modern and unique, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Tamya Smith, an American singer, Tamya R. Miller, a prominent educator
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tamya"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Tamya"
"Tamya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9118th of 12526 | 21 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8706th of 19264 | 63 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12734th of 27321 | 59 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1456th of 35406 | 2,305 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4841st of 30306 | 335 |
Regional Popularity of "Tamya" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Tamya" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
28.94% 1326th/4582 |
37.32% 1927th/5164 |
13.03% 953rd/7313 |
62.05% 4631st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
67.09% 2673rd/3984 |
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57.99% 3956th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Tamya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tamya" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.