Tamsin
Tamsin is a girl name of Cornish, from Aramaic origin, meaning “Twin”.
| Meaning | Twin |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Cornish, from Aramaic |
| Pronunciation | TAM-zin |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic, Christian |
| Used in | United Kingdom, Australia |
Meaning and origin of Tamsin
Tamsin is a Cornish contraction of Thomasina, the feminine of Thomas, which goes back to an Aramaic word for 'twin'. For centuries it was largely confined to Cornwall, where it survived as a traditional local name, before spreading across Britain in the twentieth century. Actress Tamsin Greig is a well-known bearer. Tamzin is a common alternative spelling. Its revival owes much to interest in Cornish culture and to its brisk, distinctive sound.
Is Tamsin a religious name?
Tamsin's root, Thomas, is the name of one of Jesus's apostles, but Tamsin itself is mostly treated as a regional British name without strong religious associations.
How popular is Tamsin?
Moderately used in Britain, particularly in the south-west; uncommon in the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tamsin mean?
Tamsin means 'Twin'. It is of Cornish, from Aramaic origin.
Does Tamsin have a religious meaning?
Tamsin's root, Thomas, is the name of one of Jesus's apostles, but Tamsin itself is mostly treated as a regional British name without strong religious associations.
How do you pronounce Tamsin?
Tamsin is pronounced TAM-zin.
Is Tamsin a boy or girl name?
Tamsin is usually a girl name.