Tawny
Pronunciation: [ t-AHN-ee ]
Tawny is a girl baby name. Ranked #65,632 in the US, popular nicknames include Taw, Tay, and Tawie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Tawny first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 4,201 babies have been named Tawny in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tawny is past its peak , currently ranked #65,632 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #65,632
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Tawny
Tawny is a girl name .
Tawny is currently ranked #65,632 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Tawny include Taw, Tay, and Tawie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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