"fairy queen (via Titania)"
Origin: Shakespearean English
Language: English
Tianna
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Meaning & Origin
"follower of Christ (via Christiana/Tatiana)"
Origin: Latin
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The Story of Tianna
Tianna is a modern phonetic variant of Tiana or Tatiana. Tatiana traces back to the Sabine family name Tatius, with Saint Tatiana of Rome martyred in 226 CE becoming popular in Eastern Orthodoxy. Tiana also echoes Christiana, meaning 'follower of Christ,' and the Shakespearean fairy queen Titania from A Midsummer Night's Dream.
Tianna gained traction in African American communities during the 1980s and 1990s as parents sought melodic, unique feminine names. Disney's Princess Tiana in The Princess and the Frog (2009) refreshed interest in the name.
In the tradition of creative African American naming, Tianna represents a beautiful sound-based construction. Disney's first Black princess named Tiana brought the name to a new generation of children worldwide.
Historical Record
Tianna first appeared in US Social Security records in 1962.
Over 13,298 babies have been named Tianna in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tianna is past its peak , currently ranked #1,638 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Tatiana Day is celebrated on January 25 in Russia, a major feast day
- Princess Tiana was Disney's first African American princess, debuting in 2009
Tianna in Other Languages
French
Tatiane
Italian
Tiziana
Russian
Татьяна (Tatiana)
Spanish
Tiana
Popularity Over Time
#1,638
Current Rank
Peaked 1995
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Tianna Bartoletta
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Disney's first African American princess, protagonist of The Princess and the Frog (2009)
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,638
- Total SSA Count
- 126
- Cultural Origins
- American African American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Tia
Ti
Tee
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tianna
What does the name Tianna mean?
"fairy queen (via Titania)" (from Shakespearean English). "follower of Christ (via Christiana/Tatiana)" (from Latin). Tianna is a modern phonetic variant of Tiana or Tatiana. Tatiana traces back to the Sabine family name Tatius, with Saint Tatiana of Rome martyred in 226 CE becoming popular in Eastern Orthodoxy. Tiana also echoes Christiana, meaning 'follower of Christ,' and the Shakespearean fairy queen Titania from A Midsummer Night's Dream.
What is the origin of the name Tianna?
Tianna has Shakespearean English, Latin, American, and African American origins. In Shakespearean English, it means "fairy queen (via Titania)". In Latin, it means "follower of Christ (via Christiana/Tatiana)".
Is Tianna a boy or girl name?
Tianna is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Tianna?
Tianna is currently ranked #1638 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Tianna?
Common nicknames for Tianna include Tia and Tee.
What are good middle names for Tianna?
Popular middle name pairings include Tianna Marie, Tianna Grace, Tianna Renee, Tianna Nicole, Tianna Lynn, Tianna Rose, and Tianna Elise.
What are good sibling names for Tianna?
Names that pair well with Tianna as siblings include Brianna, Destiny, Marcus, Jayden, Alicia, Jasmine, and Andre.
How many syllables does Tianna have?
Tianna has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Tianna a common or rare name?
Tianna is an uncommon name, ranked #1638 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Tianna?
Are there other spellings for Tianna?
Related spellings include Tiana.
About the Name Tianna
Tianna is a girl name with American and African American origins . The name means "fairy queen (via Titania)" in Shakespearean English .
Tianna is currently ranked #1,638 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Tianna has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Tianna include Tia, Ti, and Tee. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Tianna include Tiana . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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