Tiare Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tiare originates from Polynesian culture, meaning 'flower'. It has evolved through various historical forms while maintaining its floral significance. The name embodies traits of beauty and connection to nature, with no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in regions influenced by Polynesian culture, and is commonly associated with a positive and exotic image.
The name Tiare is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Tiare has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Tiare' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9364th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4818th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3261st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4780th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9431st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Tiare' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tiare"
Pronunciation
/tiˈɑːreɪ/
Origin
Polynesian
Etymology
The name Tiare is derived from the Tahitian word for 'flower', specifically referring to the gardenia flower, which is significant in Polynesian culture.
Meaning
flower
Language Evolution
Tiare (modern Polynesian), Tiaré (French Polynesian), Tiare (Old Polynesian)
Historical Usage
Tiare has gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in regions influenced by Polynesian culture and in countries with a strong interest in tropical flora.
Variants & Derivatives
Tiaré, Tia, Tiarah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tiare is perceived as a beautiful and exotic name, often associated with nature and tropical beauty, reflecting a connection to Polynesian heritage.
Famous People
Tiare Jones (American author), Tiare Sula (Polynesian artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tiare"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Tiare"
"Tiare" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9364th of 12526 | 19 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4818th of 19264 | 182 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3261st of 27321 | 501 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4780th of 35406 | 444 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9431st of 30306 | 130 |
Regional Popularity of "Tiare" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Tiare" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
44.81% 1812th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
79.42% 3554th/4475 |
83.13% 4318th/5194 |
21.36% 1349th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
26.04% 1943rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
82.01% 5147th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tiare"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tiare" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.