Tiffnay first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Tiffnay has been for the last 15 years (from 1975 to 1989) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Tiffnay

From a medieval French term for a little basket.

Popularity of Tiffnay by gender

Based on the last 15 years of data, Tiffnay is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1989, there were 11 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Tiffnay.

Year Male Count Female Count
1989 0 11
1988 0 7
1985 0 7
1984 0 5
1982 0 7
1981 0 12
1980 0 6
1979 0 5
1978 0 5
1975 0 6

The history of the first name Tiffnay

The name Tiffany is derived from the ancient Greek name Theophania, which means "manifestation of God" or "epiphany." It is a combination of the Greek words "theos" (God) and "phainein" (to show or appear). The name gained popularity in the 4th century AD when it was used to refer to the manifestation of Christ's divinity to the world.

In the Middle Ages, the name Tiffany was often associated with the Epiphany, a Christian feast day celebrated on January 6th, which commemorates the visit of the Magi to the infant Jesus. The name was particularly popular in France, where it was spelled "Tiffaine" or "Tiphaine."

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Tiffany can be found in the 12th-century French epic poem "Le Roman de la Rose" by Guillaume de Lorris and Jean de Meun. In the poem, a character named Tiffany is described as a beautiful and virtuous woman.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals named Tiffany. One of the most famous was Tiffany of Arles (c. 1115-1201), a French noblewoman and troubadour who composed poetry and songs. Another notable Tiffany was Tiffany Weld (1834-1914), an American philanthropist and social reformer who founded the Tiffany Club in Boston, which provided educational and social opportunities for working-class women.

In the 19th century, the name Tiffany gained popularity after the establishment of the renowned American jewelry company Tiffany & Co. by Charles Lewis Tiffany in 1837. The company's association with luxury and elegance may have contributed to the name's appeal.

Other notable individuals named Tiffany include Tiffany Pollard (born 1982), an American reality television personality known for her appearances on shows like "Flavor of Love" and "I Love New York," and Tiffany Trump (born 1993), the youngest daughter of former US President Donald Trump.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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