Tammes

Tammes is a male first name that is considered a Danish variant of Thomas. The direct translation of the name is 'the twin.'

What does the name Tammes mean?

The name Tammes is derived from Thomas and is used in Denmark. Its meaning can be expressed as 'the twin.' The origin of the name lies in the ancient Aramaic word te'oma (תאומא), which also means 'the twin.' In the Middle Ages, the name became globally popular due to the veneration of the holy apostle Thomas, one of the twelve disciples of Jesus. Other forms include Tommes, Thommes, Tomaso, Tom, Tomy, Tommy, and Tommi.

Where does the name Tammes come from?

Tammes is a male first name with ancient Aramaic origins and carries the meaning 'the twin.' The etymology comes from the ancient Aramaic term te'oma, which means 'the twin.' The name is used in Danish.

How do you pronounce Tammes?

The name Tammes has a clear sound and is structured in two syllables. It is pronounced as 'Tam-mes' [ˈtaməs], starting with a short, open A sound. The double M intensifies the sound in the middle, while the ending '-mes' creates a distinct closure with a bright E and a hissing S. This gives Tammes a grounded and direct feel - concise, calm, and strong in character.

When is the name day of Tammes?

The name day for Tammes is celebrated on the following dates: January 11, January 28, March 21, May 3, June 22, July 3, October 6, December 21, and December 29.

Popularity

In Germany, Tammes is a fairly common first name. Currently, it ranks 3,183rd on the list of the most common male first names. Its highest ranking was in 2010, when it reached 2,204th place. Over the last ten years, Tammes has been chosen as a first name about 30 times, placing it 4,208th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,875th.

Nicknames & pet names

Tammames / Tammi

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