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Tamim

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Pronounced ta-MEEM /ta.ˈmiːm/Medium

Meaning: StrongMedium

In 30 seconds: Tamim is an Arabic name meaning 'strong'.
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Origin MediumArabic, Bengali
MeaningStrong
U.S. rank (2024)#2181 β†— Rising
2024 U.S. births67 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2017
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 630

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 201719932024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Tamim comes from Arabic and carries the straightforward sense of strength. It is a well-established name across the Arabic-speaking world, including a respelled form, Tameem.

Its bearers include Tamim Iqbal (born 1989), Bangladesh's highest limited-overs run scorer in cricket, and Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (born 1980), the Emir of Qatar since 2013.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Tamim is 'strong', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
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Variations

Tameem

Nicknames

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Famous Bearers

  • β˜…Tamim Iqbal (1989-present)
    Bangladeshi former international cricketer and opening batter; highest limited-overs run scorer for Bangladesh.
  • β˜…Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (1980-present)
    Emir of Qatar since 2013, succeeding his father Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.

Frequently Asked

What does the name Tamim mean?

Tamim is usually explained as meaning 'strong' and is most often linked with Arabic tradition.

How do you pronounce Tamim?

It's commonly said ta-MEEM /ta.ˈmiːm/.

Is Tamim a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Tamim is used as a boy name.

How popular is Tamim?

In 2024, Tamim ranked #2181 in the U.S. for boys, with 67 births recorded.