Tammy is a feminine given name of American origin. It was first used as a pet form of the name Tamar, which has Hebrew origins and means "date" or "palm tree." The name Tamar also appears in the Bible, where she was the daughter-in-law of Judah who gave birth to twins by her father-in-law.
The name Tammy gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century. It was particularly fashionable among baby boomers and remained a common choice for girls throughout the 1960s and 1970s. Although its usage has since declined, it is still considered a retro or vintage name by some.
There are no specific historical figures associated with the name Tammy, but notable individuals who bear this name include American actresses Tammy Blanchard and Tammy Lynn Sytner, as well as Canadian singer-songwriter Tamia Marrow.
The name Tammy has had varying popularity over the years in the United States, with a total of 1,392 babies given this name since 1938. The peak in popularity occurred in 1969, with 79 births that year. However, it seems that the name's popularity began to decline in the late 1970s and early 1980s, as there were only 9 births recorded in 1981 and 13 births in 1982.
Interestingly, there was a brief resurgence of the name in the mid-1990s, with 5 babies named Tammy born in both 1990 and 1991. However, this increase in popularity was short-lived, as only 7 births were recorded in each of the following two years.
Overall, while the name Tammy has had its ups and downs in terms of popularity over the past several decades, it remains a classic choice for parents looking to honor their daughters with a timeless and distinctive name.