Girl · 29th of 19,264
Tina
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
292,991
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1968
Peak Popularity Year
14,819
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Tina stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Tina is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'little one.' It evolved from the Latin diminutive and gained popularity in the mid-20th century as a standalone name. The name is often associated with warmth and friendliness, with no direct biblical relevance. Notable individuals named Tina include Tina Turner and Tina Fey.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈtiːnə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Tina is often considered a diminutive of names ending in -tina, such as Christine and Martina. The name is derived from the Latin word 'tina,' which means 'little' or 'small.'
Meaning
little one
Language Evolution
Latin: Tina, Old French: Tina, English: Tina
Historical Usage
Tina gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a standalone name and diminutive.
Variants & Derivatives
Christina, Martina, Tina-Marie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tina is viewed as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and familiarity.
Famous People
Tina Turner, Tina Fey, Tina Arena
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 14,819 peak births in 1968
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Vermont
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 2 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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
Full popularity table across American generations 10 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2444th of 7552 | 211 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1448th of 10718 | 575 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5632nd of 16616 | 118 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 593rd of 9107 | 2,586 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 527th of 9204 | 3,196 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 92nd of 12526 | 93,365 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 29th of 19264 | 158,288 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 174th of 27321 | 27,403 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 807th of 35406 | 5,145 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1838th of 30306 | 1,342 |