Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tiffany has its roots in Greek, originally from Theophania, meaning 'God's appearance'. The name evolved through various forms in medieval England. It gained historical significance during the 12th century and has become a symbol of elegance and luxury in modern times. There is no direct biblical relevance, and it is associated with notable figures in entertainment and politics.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈtɪfəni/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Tiffany is derived from the Greek name Theophania, which means 'appearance of God' or 'epiphany'. It became popular in medieval England through the influence of the feast of the Epiphany.
Meaning
God's appearance
Language Evolution
Theophania, Tifania, Tiffany
Historical Usage
Tiffany gained popularity in the 12th century in England, particularly among the nobility. It saw a resurgence in the 20th century, especially in the United States, due in part to the influence of popular culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Tiff, Tiffani, Tifany, Tif
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Tiffany is viewed as a stylish and elegant name, often associated with luxury and high-end branding, particularly due to its connection with the famous jewelry company.
Famous People
Tiffany Haddish, Tiffany Trump, Tiffany Darwish
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 18,435 peak births in 1988
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 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) | Boy | 5842nd of 7552 | 18 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1950th of 10718 | 358 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1611th of 16616 | 767 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 12877th of 24088 | 48 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5688th of 9204 | 37 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1393rd of 12526 | 1,053 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 59th of 19264 | 88,985 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 19th of 27321 | 206,209 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 147th of 35406 | 36,709 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 638th of 30306 | 5,567 |
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) |
55.16% 1620th/2937 |
- |
60.83% 2140th/3518 |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
45.70% 1684th/3685 |
40.63% 1818th/4475 |
26.53% 1378th/5194 |
33.01% 2085th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
63.12% 4616th/7313 |
- |
| 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) |
51.41% 1145th/2227 |
54.61% 1327th/2430 |
43.46% 1240th/2853 |
31.82% 883rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
2.21% 65th/2937 |
3.04% 106th/3483 |
1.25% 44th/3518 |
1.16% 47th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
0.62% 23rd/3685 |
0.58% 26th/4475 |
0.21% 11th/5194 |
0.41% 26th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
4.21% 193rd/4582 |
2.38% 123rd/5164 |
2.04% 149th/7313 |
1.93% 144th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
24.72% 985th/3984 |
11.70% 525th/4487 |
10.01% 683rd/6822 |
7.90% 496th/6276 |
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 Florida 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been gradually declining. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too rising for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5842nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1950th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1611th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12877th out of 24088 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5688th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1393rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 59th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 19th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 147th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 638th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.