Tami

Tami is a feminine name functioning both as a standalone name and as a diminutive for Tamara. With Hebrew origins, Tamara means "date palm tree," symbolizing beauty and grace. Tami emerged as a popular nickname form in the mid-20th century before becoming established as an independent name. Its peak popularity occurred during the 1960s and 1970s, when short, friendly-sounding names were fashionable. The name has a cheerful, approachable quality with its brief two syllables and soft ending. Though less common for babies today, Tami maintains associations with warmth and friendliness. The name benefits from being easily pronounced across multiple cultures and languages, making it accessible while still maintaining its distinct identity.

Tami is also given to boys.

Pronounced TAH-mee.

As of October 2026, Tami ranked #7254 in US births in 1982 SSA, peaked at #3070 in 1947.