Tamsin

At a Glance: Name: Tamsin – Meaning: twin (via Thomas, ultimately from Aramaic) – Origin: English (medieval contraction of Thomasina, feminine form of Thomas) – Gender: primarily used for girls – Pronunciation: TAM-zin

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Tamsin is an English name that began as a medieval contraction of Thomasina, the feminine form of Thomas. It carries the meaning "twin," which traces back through Thomas to Aramaic. It's a short, soft-sounding choice with a long history behind it.

Meaning & Origin of Tamsin

Meaning: Twin (via Thomas, ultimately from Aramaic).

Origin: English (medieval contraction of Thomasina, feminine form of Thomas).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Tamsin

Phonetic: TAM-zin   IPA: /ˈtæmzɪn/

Popularity of Tamsin

Tamsin has never been common in the U.S. Social Security data: it peaked at #4789 in 1956 with 8 babies, and in 2024 it ranked #13291 with just 7. That means it's rarely heard, and a child named Tamsin is unlikely to share the name with a classmate.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1955–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Tamsin mean?

Twin (via Thomas, ultimately from Aramaic). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Tamsin)

How do you pronounce Tamsin?

Tamsin is pronounced TAM-zin (IPA: /ˈtæmzɪn/).

Is Tamsin a popular name right now?

Tamsin peaked at #4789 in 1956 and is ranked #13291 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1955–2024.)

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