06-25-2025, 07:13 AM
The short name "TMI" originates from the random American slang, which, in the 1990s and early 2000s, especially gained popularity through TV shows, movies, and internet culture. As online communication increased, short names such as TMI became fast, common for expressive interactions. The exact origin is not bound to a specific source, but has spread through pop culture, especially when people began to share more personal details online. The term politely accepts to surpass and helps to deal with social discomfort during interaction.