Tillim

Tillim is a surname of possible Jewish (Ashkenazic) origin. It is considered to be an ornamental name, likely derived from a pet form of the personal name "Ottilie," which itself is of Germanic origin. The root "od," meaning "wealth" or "fortune," is associated with Ottilie. Therefore, Tillim can be interpreted as meaning "fortunate" or "wealthy," used symbolically to wish good fortune upon the bearer of the name.

Alternatively, the name might have evolved from other diminutives or related surnames. The exact etymological path is complex and variations may exist depending on regional and historical factors.

Records of the surname's usage are found primarily in Eastern Europe and among Jewish diasporic communities worldwide. Variations in spelling are common due to language differences and transliteration, and might include Tillen, Tillmann, and other similar forms. Individuals bearing the surname Tillim are dispersed globally and have contributed to various fields.