Tennille Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tennille has French origins and means 'little tea'. It evolved from the surname 'Tennille', which is a diminutive of 'Taine'. The name has gained popularity in the late 20th century and is viewed positively as a modern and unique choice. It does not have biblical relevance.
The name Tennille is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Tennille 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, 'Tennille' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8406th out of 10718 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1139th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3943rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13665th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 27734th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Tennille' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tennille"
Pronunciation
/təˈniːl/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Tennille is derived from the French surname 'Tennille', which is believed to be a diminutive form related to the name 'Taine'.
Meaning
little tea
Language Evolution
Taine, Tennille
Historical Usage
Tennille gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a given name, often influenced by cultural figures and media.
Variants & Derivatives
Tina, Tina-Marie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tennille is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Tennille O'Neil - Australian singer, Tennille (Tina) Tennille - American singer and songwriter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tennille"
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 "Tennille"
"Tennille" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8406th of 10718 | 15 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1139th of 19264 | 1,691 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3943rd of 27321 | 388 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 13665th of 35406 | 93 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 27734th of 30306 | 7 |
Regional Popularity of "Tennille" 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 "Tennille" by Generation for Female 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) |
29.62% 870th/2937 |
27.85% 970th/3483 |
27.69% 974th/3518 |
26.09% 1055th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
70.72% 2606th/3685 |
75.62% 3384th/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
90.66% 5727th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tennille"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tennille" 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.