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      Meaning of the first name
      Tammen

      Origin 
      German

      Meaning 
      From Tamm, Germany

      Variations 
      Tammin, Tammyn, Tamzen

      *Some content has been generated by an artificial intelligence language model, in combination with data sourced from Ancestry records and provided by BabyNames.com.
      The name Tammen has its origins in Germany and is derived from the locality of Tamm, a small town situated in the southwestern part of the country. The name Tammen, therefore, conveys the meaning From Tamm, Germany. Tamm itself holds historical significance, as it was first mentioned in official records as early as the year 791 AD. Over the centuries, the name Tammen has spread beyond the borders of Tamm, reaching other regions of Germany and even finding its way to other countries through migration.

      Throughout history, the name Tammen has been associated with families and individuals of German descent, reflecting their ancestral ties to Tamm. Often passed down from one generation to the next, the name Tammen has witnessed fluctuations in popularity, influenced by varying factors such as immigration patterns and cultural shifts. In modern-day usage, the name Tammen continues to be present, both as a name and occasionally as a given name. Within the global German-speaking community, the name Tammen serves as a reminder of an individual or family's connection to the town of Tamm, connecting past and present generations through their shared German heritage.
      Based on our records...
      This is the most common surname, spouse name and child name associated with Tammen.
      Abels

      is the most common surname for Tammen.

      Baucke

      is the most common spouse name for Tammen.

      Focke

      is the most common child name for Tammen.

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