Tiffani Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tiffani originates from the Latin name Theophania, meaning 'God's appearance'. It has evolved through various forms, including Tiffany, before becoming popular in modern English. The name is often associated with a youthful and vibrant image, and it does not have significant biblical relevance. Tiffani gained popularity in the late 20th century, supported by cultural influences.
The name Tiffani is most popular in Utah, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Tiffani 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, 'Tiffani' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7459th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 660th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 453rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1491st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7888th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Tiffani' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tiffani"
Pronunciation
/tɪˈfæn.i/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Tiffani is derived from the Latin name 'Theophania', which means 'epiphany' or 'appearance of God'. It is related to the Greek word 'theophaneia'.
Meaning
God's appearance
Language Evolution
Theophania (Latin), Tiffany (Old French), Tiffani (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the late 20th century, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s, partly due to cultural influences such as the television show 'Beverly Hills, 90210'.
Variants & Derivatives
Tiffany, Tiff, Tiffi
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Tiffani is perceived as a trendy and youthful name, often associated with a fun and vibrant personality.
Famous People
Tiffani-Amber Thiessen, Tiffani Faison
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tiffani"
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 "Tiffani"
"Tiffani" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7459th of 12526 | 42 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 660th of 19264 | 3,947 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 453rd of 27321 | 8,516 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1491st of 35406 | 2,238 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7888th of 30306 | 168 |
Regional Popularity of "Tiffani" 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 "Tiffani" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
92.22% 2559th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
20.84% 612th/2937 |
24.58% 856th/3483 |
18.85% 663rd/3518 |
14.19% 574th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
11.15% 411th/3685 |
11.58% 518th/4475 |
7.22% 375th/5194 |
8.37% 529th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
31.71% 1453rd/4582 |
27.63% 1427th/5164 |
18.75% 1371st/7313 |
23.25% 1735th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tiffani"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tiffani" 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.