Tamim
2025 SSA
About Tamim
Tamim is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning 'perfect,' 'complete,' or 'strong.' This name has deep historical roots in Arabic culture and appears in Islamic history, notably as the name of the Arab tribe Banu Tamim. The name embodies qualities of strength, perfection, and righteousness that are highly valued in Arabic tradition. Tamim has gained popularity not only in Arab countries but also increasingly in Muslim communities worldwide. It stands out as a name with positive attributes while being relatively straightforward to pronounce in multiple languages, making it an accessible choice for multicultural families seeking a name with strong cultural significance.
Pronounced tah-MEEM.
As of October 2026, Tamim ranked #2164 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2063 for boys in 2017.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,882 | 41 | 21.3 |
| 2015 | #2,560 | 49 | 25.6 |
| 2016 | #2,362 | 56 | 29.5 |
| 2017 | #2,063 | 68 | 36.7 |
| 2018 | #3,097 | 38 | 20.9 |
| 2019 | #3,986 | 27 | 15 |
| 2020 | #3,719 | 29 | 16.8 |
| 2021 | #3,807 | 29 | 16.6 |
| 2022 | #2,995 | 42 | 24.1 |
| 2023 | #2,885 | 44 | 25.7 |
| 2024 | #2,181 | 67 | 38.9 |
| 2025 | #2,164 | 67 | 39.2 |