Tami is a diminutive of Tamar, a Hebrew name that means 'date palm tree'. It is also a variant of Tamara and Tammy. The name gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century and has since been used consistently. Tami is typically given to girls but can also be used for boys.
The name Tami appears to have been popular around the mid-twentieth century, with peak years being 1947 and 1970 (both with 8 births). The name saw a slight decline but maintained moderate popularity throughout the following decades.