Tiffany
Tiffany is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Manifestation of God.
Origin and history
Tiffany is derived from the Greek name Theophania, historically given to children born around Epiphany. Though predominantly used for females in modern times, it has a long history dating back to medieval England as a surname and given name for both sexes. In the U.S., male usage was historically rare and has dropped off significantly in recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
1,190 babies in the United States have been named Tiffany since 1880. It ranks #3506 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- DC (25.4 %)
- CA (21.2 %)
- NY (12.2 %)
- TX (11.9 %)
- IL (8.7 %)
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 | 44 |
| 1970-1980 | 269 |
| 1980-1990 | 667 |
| 1990-2000 | 188 |
| 2000-2010 | 22 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Tiff, Tiffy
Fun facts
- Tiffany originated in medieval times as an English form of the Greek name Theophania, traditional for girls born on Epiphany.
- Over 1,000 males in the United States have been named Tiffany since 1880, making it an uncommon cross-gender choice.