Tamma
About Tamma
Tamma is a feminine name with multiple cultural connections. In Finnish, it may relate to 'tammi' meaning 'oak,' symbolizing strength and endurance. It could also be a variant of Tammy, which originated as a diminutive of Tamara (Hebrew for 'date palm') or Thomas (Aramaic for 'twin'). The name has a natural, earthy quality with its straightforward pronunciation and balanced structure. In some Native American traditions, similar names relate to concepts of motherhood or nurturing. Tamma's simplicity gives it a timeless appeal that works across different eras. While never achieving mainstream popularity, the name has maintained steady if sparse usage throughout the decades. Its compact form combines casualness with a certain dignified brevity, appealing to parents seeking something distinctive yet unpretentious for their daughter.
Pronounced TAM-uh.
As of October 2026, Tamma ranked #11981 in US births in 1981 SSA, peaked at #3065 in 1958.
AI-written. Reviewed by Pamela Redmond
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |