Find out how popular the first name Tish has been for the last 15 years (from 1974 to 1988) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Tish by gender

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

For the most recent data in 1988, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Tish.

The history of the first name Tish

The name Tish is a diminutive form of the name Letitia, which has its roots in the Latin name Laetitia. Laetitia was a Roman name derived from the Latin word "laetitia," meaning joy or gladness. The name first gained popularity in ancient Rome, where it was given to girls as a symbol of happiness and joy.

The earliest recorded use of the name Letitia can be traced back to the 4th century AD, when it was mentioned in the writings of early Christian scholars. One notable example is St. Letitia, a 4th-century Roman martyr who was venerated for her faith and courage in the face of persecution.

During the Middle Ages, the name Letitia fell out of favor in most parts of Europe but remained in use in certain regions, particularly in France and Italy. It was during this period that the diminutive form Tish emerged as a nickname.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Tish can be found in the 12th century, when it was used by a French noblewoman named Tish de Montfort. In the 16th century, the name gained some prominence in England, where it was used by Tish Howard, a member of the influential Howard family.

Over the centuries, several notable figures have borne the name Tish. These include Tish Sommers (1917-2005), an American actress and singer; Tish Hinojosa (born 1955), a Mexican-American singer-songwriter; and Tish Cyrus (born 1967), an American actress and the mother of pop star Miley Cyrus.

In literature, the name Tish has been used for various characters, including Tish Carbury, a character in Anthony Trollope's novel "The Way We Live Now," and Tish Kilnam, a character in the Tish adventure novel series by Mary Roberts Rinehart.

While the name Tish may have its origins in the Latin Laetitia, it has evolved over time to take on a distinct identity of its own, becoming a beloved and enduring name in its own right.

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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