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Tasmin

Girl name · 16 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Tasmin: 16 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 8 births in 1993.

Tasmin is a modern variant of Tamsin, itself a medieval English diminutive of Thomasina, the feminine form of Thomas. The name ultimately derives from the Aramaic word *t’om’a*, meaning “twin.” Two notable bearers have brought it into the public eye: Tasmin Archer, the British singer-songwriter best known for her 1992 hit “Sleeping Satellite,” and Tasmin Little, the acclaimed English violinist who performed around the world. While the name has no direct place connections, it shares its etymological root with the Scottish town of St. Boswells, originally named after Saint Boisil, a monk whose name also stems from an ancient word for “twin.” As a spelling variation of the more traditional Tamsin, Tasmin offers a slightly fresher feel while retaining the same gentle, feminine heritage.