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Tiam
How to Pronounce Tiam
Pronounced tee-AHM /tiΛΙm/Medium
Meaning: From Persian β variously 'my eyes' (a term of endearment, the eyes being most beloved) and 'my beloved, my dear'; the gloss variesLow
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
Tiam comes from Persian β variously 'my eyes' (a heartfelt term of endearment, since the eyes are most precious) and 'my beloved, my dear' (the gloss varies, which we note). A soft, tender, modern Persian name, used for both sexes, here for boys (said 'tee-AHM'; nickname Ti).
In the U.S. it appears in Persian families. Rare, my-eyes-and-my-beloved at the root, and tender.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Tiam mean?
Tiam is Persian for 'my eyes' (a term of endearment) and 'my beloved'; the gloss varies.
How do you pronounce Tiam?
It's said tee-AHM /tiΛΙm/ β two syllables, stress on the second.
Is Tiam a boy or girl name?
Tiam is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.
How popular is Tiam?
Tiam is a rare name in the U.S.