Tinnie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tinnie is a name of Modern English origin, often seen as a diminutive form of Tina. It means 'little Tina' and has evolved from names like Tina and the surname Tinney. While it lacks biblical relevance, it has gained popularity as an affectionate name in modern times. Tinnie is associated with warmth and familiarity, and notable individuals with this name have made contributions in various artistic fields.
The name Tinnie is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation 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, Tinnie has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Tinnie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1672nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2478th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4852nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15137th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Tinnie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tinnie"
Pronunciation
/ˈtɪni/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Tinnie is often considered a diminutive or affectionate form of names like Tina or other names that contain the 'tin' sound. It may also derive from the surname Tinney, which has Irish roots.
Meaning
little Tina
Language Evolution
Tina, Tinney
Historical Usage
The name Tinnie gained popularity in the late 20th century as a casual and affectionate form of Tina, often used in informal contexts.
Variants & Derivatives
Tina, Tinney, Tinnie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tinnie is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and familiarity.
Famous People
Tinnie B. Wiggins, an American singer, Tinnie C. McGowan, a notable artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tinnie"
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 "Tinnie"
"Tinnie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1672nd of 9107 | 420 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2478th of 9204 | 228 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4852nd of 12526 | 125 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15137th of 19264 | 13 |
Regional Popularity of "Tinnie" 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 "Tinnie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
67.03% 1586th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
65.49% 1541st/2353 |
- |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tinnie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tinnie" 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.