Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tiffanie is a name of French origin derived from the Greek Theophania, meaning 'epiphany' or 'manifestation'. It has evolved from Theophania to Tiffany and then to Tiffanie. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, and is associated with modernity and style. There is no biblical relevance linked to the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈtɪfəni/
Origin
French
Etymology
Tiffanie is an anglicized form of the name Tiffany, which is derived from the Greek name Theophania, meaning 'epiphany' or 'manifestation of God'. The name became popular in medieval France as a given name for girls born on or around the feast of Epiphany.
Meaning
epiphany, manifestation
Language Evolution
Theophania, Tiffany, Tiffanie
Historical Usage
Tiffanie gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, especially in the 1980s and 1990s, as a trendy variation of Tiffany.
Variants & Derivatives
Tiffany, Tiff, Tiffa
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Tiffanie is often perceived as a modern and stylish name, associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Tiffanie DeBartolo - American author and producer, Tiffanie Turnbull - American model and actress
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 470 peak births in 1980
Geographic Spread
Popular across 40 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8421st of 12526 | 28 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 783rd of 19264 | 2,903 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 639th of 27321 | 5,077 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2752nd of 35406 | 946 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11564th of 30306 | 93 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - 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 by Generation - Female 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) |
24.45% 718th/2937 |
32.16% 1120th/3483 |
21.55% 758th/3518 |
18.20% 736th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
17.20% 634th/3685 |
17.88% 800th/4475 |
11.26% 585th/5194 |
10.89% 688th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
59.78% 2739th/4582 |
52.38% 2705th/5164 |
41.02% 3000th/7313 |
31.88% 2379th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Utah across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South 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, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8421st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 783rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 639th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2752nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11564th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.