Tatum - name meaning and origin

The girl's name Tatum \t(a)-tum\ is of Old English origin, and its meaning is "Tata's homestead". Also possibly "light-hearted". Surname sometimes used as a girl's name, due to actress Tatum O'Neil.

Similar baby names are Tam, Tate, Tatie and Tati.

Tatum is an uncommon female first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the girl's name Tatum. Compare Tatum with related baby names.