Tien Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tien originates from Vietnamese, meaning 'angel' or 'fairy'. It has evolved from its Vietnamese roots and has variants in other languages. The name conveys ethereal and beautiful traits, and it does not have a biblical relevance. Tien has been commonly used in Vietnam and is gaining recognition in broader communities, reflecting the beauty associated with the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tien"
Pronunciation
/tiːɛn/
Origin
Vietnamese
Etymology
The name Tien means 'angel' or 'fairy' in Vietnamese, reflecting a connection to ethereal qualities.
Meaning
angel, fairy
Language Evolution
Tiên (Vietnamese), Tian (Mandarin Chinese), Tienne (French)
Historical Usage
The name Tien has been used in Vietnam for centuries and has gained popularity in various communities as Vietnamese culture has spread globally.
Variants & Derivatives
Tieng, Tienn, Tian
Modern Popularity & Image
Tien is seen as a modern and elegant name in Vietnamese culture, often associated with beauty and grace.
Famous People
Tien Nguyen - Vietnamese singer, Tien Dat - Vietnamese artist
📊 Tien Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Tien Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 57 peak births in 1992
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tien"
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 "Tien"
"Tien" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5312th of 10718 | 58 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2964th of 16616 | 315 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4680th of 24088 | 287 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6920th of 23106 | 140 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13005th of 19264 | 22 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5898th of 27321 | 219 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8448th of 35406 | 204 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 14287th of 30306 | 61 |
Regional Popularity of "Tien" 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) |
- | - |
62.75% 3259th/5194 |
28.87% 1824th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
43.13% 3219th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Tien" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
49.75% 3143rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
79.85% 5959th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tien"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tien" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Tien" in the United States
The name Tien is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West 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, Tien has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Tien' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5312th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2964th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4680th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6920th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13005th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5898th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8448th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14287th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Tien' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.