Palm tree or twin
A modern variation likely derived from the Hebrew name Tamar, meaning palm tree, or influenced by the Cornish name Tamsin, a diminutive of Thomasina meaning twin. It gained some visibility in the late 20th century but remains a rare choice.
Less common today
Tamlyn isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,265 in 1991.
Japanese-American actress known for The Karate Kid Part II
Legendary character from a Scottish border ballad · The Tale of Tam Lin
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
