Tammy as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Tammy

What is the meaning of the name Tammy ?

The baby name Tammy is a unisex name 2 syllables long and is pronounced TAM-ee.

Tammy is Hebrew in Origin.

Tammy is a feminine given name that originated in the United States in the mid-20th century. It is a diminutive form of the name Tamara, which is of Hebrew origin and means "date palm" or "spice". Tammy became popular in the 1950s and 1960s, likely due to the success of the 1957 film "Tammy and the Bachelor" and its theme song "Tammy", which was a hit for singer Debbie Reynolds.

The name Tammy is typically pronounced TAM-ee, with the emphasis on the first syllable. It is a popular name in the United States, although its popularity has declined in recent years. Tammy is more commonly given to girls than boys, although it can be used as a unisex name. The name has been used in popular culture, including in the television show "The Walking Dead" where a character named Tammy Rose appears.

The name Tammy is a combination of the Hebrew name Tamara and the diminutive suffix -y. Tamara is a biblical name that appears in the Old Testament as the name of one of King David's daughters. The name has been used in various cultures and languages, including Russian and Spanish. The diminutive suffix -y is a common way to create nicknames or pet names in English, and is often added to the end of names to make them sound more informal and friendly.