Tawni Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tawni is an American English name derived from the word tawny, which refers to a tan or light brown color. Its linguistic roots trace back through Middle English and Old French. The name has become popular in the United States since the late 20th century, often associated with positive traits such as warmth. There is no biblical relevance attached to this name.
The name Tawni is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West 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, Tawni has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Tawni' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3683rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2607th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1996th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8477th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Tawni' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tawni"
Pronunciation
/ˈtɔːni/
Origin
American English
Etymology
Tawni is a variant of the name Tawny, which is derived from the Middle English word 'tawny' meaning 'tan' or 'light brown'. It is often associated with the color of animal fur.
Meaning
tan, light brown
Language Evolution
Middle English: tawny, Old French: tané, Latin: canus
Historical Usage
Tawni gained popularity as a feminine name in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s.
Variants & Derivatives
Tawny, Tawnya, Tawne
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tawni is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Tawni O'Dell - an American author, Tawni Beal - a notable actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tawni"
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 "Tawni"
"Tawni" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3683rd of 12526 | 205 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2607th of 19264 | 465 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1996th of 27321 | 1,003 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8477th of 35406 | 203 |
Regional Popularity of "Tawni" 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 "Tawni" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
90.08% 2189th/2430 |
- |
62.27% 1728th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- |
37.49% 1516th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
75.33% 2776th/3685 |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
74.72% 3881st/5194 |
19.09% 1206th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
80.54% 6011th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tawni"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tawni" 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.