Tanner
Tanner is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
One who tans leather hides.
Origin and history
Tanner originated as an English occupational surname for someone who tanned animal hides into leather. While historically more common for boys, it has also seen steady modern use as a gender-neutral option for girls in the United States. It offers a grounded, classic occupational style similar to names like Harper or Piper.
Popularity in the United States
2,541 babies in the United States have been named Tanner since 1880. It ranks #3503 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1816.
States where it is most popular
- TX (20 %)
- CA (19.7 %)
- GA (9.1 %)
- NC (8 %)
- OH (7.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 11 |
| 1980-1990 | 82 |
| 1990-2000 | 875 |
| 2000-2010 | 728 |
| 2010-2019 | 560 |
| 2020-2029 | 285 |
Fun facts
- Derived from Middle English 'tannere', referencing the medieval trade of making leather.
- Part of a broader American naming trend of adopting traditionally male occupational surnames for girls.