Tamya
Tamya is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern coinage with no established traditional meaning, likely influenced by names like Tanya or Maya.
Origin and history
Tamya is a modern invented name that gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century. It likely originated as a creative blend inspired by names like Tami, Tanya, or Maya. It remains a rare and distinctive choice for girls in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
2,790 babies in the United States have been named Tamya since 1880. It ranks #3352 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2022.
States where it is most popular
- FL (12.6 %)
- GA (11 %)
- AL (8.6 %)
- NC (7.3 %)
- MI (6.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 6 |
| 1960-1970 | 20 |
| 1970-1980 | 49 |
| 1980-1990 | 30 |
| 1990-2000 | 253 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,833 |
| 2010-2019 | 520 |
| 2020-2029 | 79 |
Fun facts
- Tamya emerged in American baby name records during the late 20th century alongside other modern melodic creations.
- Parents pronounce the central vowel as either a soft 'ee' (tuh-MEE-uh) or a long 'i' (tuh-MY-uh).