Tia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Tia originates from Spanish and Italian, meaning 'aunt'. It has evolved from forms like Tiana and Tiara. The name is associated with familial connections and gained popularity in the late 20th century. It is perceived positively in modern contexts, with notable figures like Tia Mowry and Tia Carrere bearing the name.

The name Tia is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South 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, Tia has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling 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 male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Tia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9331st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8236th out of 16616 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1376th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 450th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 299th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 531st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1378th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Tia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tia"

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Pronunciation

/tiːə/

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Origin

Spanish and Italian

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Etymology

The name Tia is derived from the Spanish and Italian word for 'aunt', which reflects a familial connection. It can also be a diminutive form of names like Tiana or Tiara.

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Meaning

aunt

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Language Evolution

Tia (Spanish/Italian), Tiana (Spanish), Tiara (English)

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Historical Usage

Tia gained popularity in the late 20th century as a first name, particularly in Western countries influenced by Spanish and Italian culture.

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Variants & Derivatives

Tiana, Tiara, Tia Maria

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Tia is perceived as a modern, friendly name that evokes warmth and familial ties.

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Famous People

Tia Mowry (actress), Tia Carrere (actress), Tia Blake (singer)

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tia"

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 "Tia"

"Tia" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 9331st of 10718 10
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 8236th of 16616 54
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 9204th of 9204 5
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 1376th of 12526 1,080
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 450th of 19264 7,446
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 299th of 27321 14,363
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 531st of 35406 8,847
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 1378th of 30306 1,990

Regional Popularity of "Tia" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - 67.60%
3511th/5194
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

Regional Popularity of "Tia" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
51.59%
1149th/2227
50.21%
1220th/2430
64.11%
1829th/2853
41.91%
1163rd/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
14.23%
418th/2937
13.87%
483rd/3483
11.54%
406th/3518
12.36%
500th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
6.89%
254th/3685
7.20%
322nd/4475
4.81%
250th/5194
6.63%
419th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
9.86%
452nd/4582
10.36%
535th/5164
7.12%
521st/7313
8.82%
658th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
27.89%
1111th/3984
28.30%
1270th/4487
21.58%
1472nd/6822
26.05%
1635th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Tia"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Tia" 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.