Tiffany is a unique and captivating female given name that has gained popularity over the years. It originated from the Greek word "tiphani," which means "Manifestation of God." However, it was not until the Middle Ages when the name Tiffany became more popular due to its use in French literature.
The name Tiffany first appeared in English literature during the 12th century in a poem by Marie de France called "Lanval." In the poem, Tiffany is the fairy queen who falls in love with Lanval. Since then, the name has been associated with beauty, grace, and enchantment.
Throughout history, Tiffany has been used as both a given name and a surname. It was most commonly used as a given name during the late 19th to early 20th centuries but experienced a resurgence in popularity during the 1980s.
Today, Tiffany is still considered an uncommon yet beautiful name with deep historical roots. Its unique origin story adds to its allure, making it a popular choice for parents looking for a distinctive and meaningful name for their daughter.
The given statistics show the number of babies named Tiffany born in the United States each year from 1980 to 2009. The name's popularity fluctuated over this period, with a total of 145 births registered during these years.
In the early 1980s, the name gained some traction, with eight babies named Tiffany born in 1980 and five in 1982. However, it wasn't until 1986 that the name started to see consistent popularity, with six births recorded that year. This trend continued into the late 1980s and early 1990s, with the highest number of Tiffany births occurring in 1997, when ten babies were given this name.
The years following 1997 saw a slight decline in the popularity of the name Tiffany, with only eight to twelve births recorded each year until 2003. However, there was a resurgence in its popularity between 2006 and 2007, with ten and twelve babies named Tiffany born in those years respectively.
After 2007, the popularity of the name Tiffany started to decline again, with only five births recorded in 2009. Despite this decrease in recent years, the statistics show that the name Tiffany has been a popular choice for parents in the United States over the past three decades.