Tilman

German

"people's ruler"

Tilman Origin and Meaning

The name Tilman is a boy's name.

Tilman is a masculine name with Germanic origins, derived from the elements 'til' meaning 'to' or 'goal,' and 'man' meaning 'man' or 'person.' It emerged as both a given name and surname throughout Northern Europe, particularly in Germany and Scandinavia. Historically, Tilman was associated with farmers and those who worked the land, sometimes considered a variant of 'tillerman.' While never extremely common, the name has maintained steady usage over centuries. In the United States, it may also be recognized as a surname or place name. Tilman projects qualities of reliability, industriousness, and connection to tradition, with a distinct Germanic heritage that gives it character without being difficult to pronounce or spell.

Tilman Rank in US Top 1000

# 961 in the US

Famous People Named Tilman

• Tilman Joseph Fertitta American businessman and TV personality
• Tilman Bacon Parks US Congressman from Arkansas
• Tilman Riemenschneider German sculptor and woodcarver
• Tilman "Til" Valentin Schweiger German actor, director, and producer
• Tilman Hoppstock German guitarist
• Tilman Brück German economist
• Tilmann Wröbel French,German fashion designer
• Tilman Pesch German philosopher