Tilman
Tilman is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Man of the people; race or nation's man.
Origin and history
Tilman is a traditional Germanic name derived from elements meaning 'people' or 'nation' combined with 'man'. Historically used in German-speaking regions, it was brought to the U.S. by European immigrants. While uncommon in the United States today, it remains a recognized heritage choice.
Popularity in the United States
930 babies in the United States have been named Tilman since 1880. It ranks #3748 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1900.
States where it is most popular
- LA (68.8 %)
- AR (15.6 %)
- TX (15.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 13 |
| 1890-1900 | 11 |
| 1900-1910 | 7 |
| 1910-1920 | 140 |
| 1920-1930 | 202 |
| 1930-1940 | 131 |
| 1940-1950 | 105 |
| 1950-1960 | 100 |
| 1960-1970 | 40 |
| 1970-1980 | 32 |
| 1980-1990 | 16 |
| 1990-2000 | 23 |
| 2000-2010 | 44 |
| 2010-2019 | 39 |
| 2020-2029 | 27 |
Famous people named Tilman
- Tilman Fertitta: Businessman, Sports Team Owner
- Tilman Riemenschneider: Sculptor, Artist
Nicknames
Till, Tillie
Fun facts
- The name shares roots with Till Eulenspiegel, a famous trickster figure in German folklore.
- It frequently appears in historical records as Tillman, Tillmann, or Thielman.