Cornish girl name
Tamsin Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Tamsin means twin. A Cornish feminine form of Thomas, from the Aramaic word for twin
Tamsin began as a Cornish form of Thomasina, the feminine of Thomas, and was a favourite in Cornwall for centuries before spreading across Britain. The root is an Aramaic word meaning twin. It has a lively, informal sound that has made it popular in England since the twentieth century. The actress Tamsin Greig is a well-known bearer. Tamsin pairs well with other Cornish names such as Morwenna and Kerensa, and its short form Tammy is a friendly everyday nickname.
Variants of Tamsin
TamzinTamsynTamasinTammy
Well-known people named Tamsin
Tamsin Greig.
Tamsin popularity: Ireland vs the US
In 2013 Tamsin ranked #894 in Ireland (3 babies) and #13,343 in the US (7 babies). It is far more popular in Ireland than in America.
Ireland (girls)United States (girls)
Rank among babies of the same sex, 1 = most popular (log scale). Ranks below #10,000 sit on the bottom edge. Gaps mean fewer than 3 Irish or 5 US babies that year.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tamsin mean?
Tamsin means "twin". A Cornish feminine form of Thomas, from the Aramaic word for twin.
How do you pronounce Tamsin?
Tamsin is pronounced TAM-zin.
What is the origin of Tamsin?
Tamsin is of Cornish origin. A Cornish feminine form of Thomas, from the Aramaic word for twin.