Tiffany

Pronunciation: [ t-IHF-uhn-ee ]

Girl Name #841 Most Popular Steady 3 Syllables

Divine revelation wrapped in diamonds

English American

Glamorous Classic Sophisticated Bold

Meaning & Origin

"manifestation of God"

Origin: Greek

Language: English

"Epiphany, divine appearance"

Origin: Latin

Language: English

Things to Know About This Name

Strongly associated with the 1980s-90s era, making it feel dated to many parents
Associated with the Tiffany and Co. luxury brand, which creates mixed commercial associations

The Story of Tiffany

Tiffany derives from the Medieval Latin 'Theophania' meaning 'manifestation of God' (from Greek 'theos' = God + 'phainein' = to show or appear). It was originally given to girls born on the Feast of the Epiphany (January 6), when the Magi manifested before the infant Jesus. The name was common in medieval England before disappearing for centuries, only to surge back in the 20th century, making it one of the great naming resurrections.

Tiffany dominated American baby name charts from the late 1970s through the 1990s, peaking around 1982. The 1988 teen pop star Tiffany further boosted the name. It's now strongly associated with its era, which some parents find charmingly retro.

Tiffany and Co., founded in New York in 1837, became synonymous with luxury jewelry. Audrey Hepburn's iconic performance in 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' (1961) fused the name with effortless glamour. The famous Tiffany blue (Pantone 1837) is one of the most recognized colors in the world.

Fun Facts

Tiffany was actually a common medieval English name given to girls born on Epiphany (January 6)
The famous Tiffany Blue (Pantone 1837, the year the company was founded) is trademarked and cannot be exactly replicated by competitors
Author Stephenie Meyer used Tiffany as an example of an ultra-contemporary name in Twilight to contrast with old-fashioned vampire names

Tiffany in Other Languages

French Tiphanie

German Tiffany

Italian Tiffania

Spanish Tifany

Famous People Named Tiffany

Tiffany Haddish

Actor

1979

American comedian and actress, first Black woman to win the Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album

Holly Golightly Fictional

Other

The iconic character from Truman Capote's Breakfast at Tiffany's, made famous by Audrey Hepburn in the 1961 film

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 3
Popularity Rank: #841
Total SSA Count: 320
Cultural Origins: English American
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Common Nicknames

Tiff Tiffy

Pairs Well With

Tiffany Anne Tiffany Grace Tiffany Lynn Tiffany Nicole Tiffany Marie Tiffany Dawn

Sibling Names

Brittany Ashley Dylan Tyler Stephanie Amber

Also a Boy Name

Tiffany is also used as a boy name, ranked #5639.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tiffany

What does the name Tiffany mean?

"manifestation of God" (from Greek). "Epiphany, divine appearance" (from Latin). Tiffany derives from the Medieval Latin 'Theophania' meaning 'manifestation of God' (from Greek 'theos' = God + 'phainein' = to show or appear). It was originally given to girls born on the Feast of the Epiphany (January 6), when the Magi manifested before the infant Jesus. The name was common in medieval England before disappearing for centuries, only to surge back in the 20th century, making it one of the great naming resurrections.

What is the origin of the name Tiffany?

Tiffany has Greek, Latin, English, and American origins. In Greek, it means "manifestation of God". In Latin, it means "Epiphany, divine appearance".

Is Tiffany a boy or girl name?

Tiffany is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #841. As a boy name, it is ranked #5639. Tiffany is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Tiffany?

Tiffany is pronounced t-IHF-uhn-ee.

How popular is the name Tiffany?

Tiffany is currently ranked #841 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Tiffany?

Common nicknames for Tiffany include Tiff and Tiffy.

What are good middle names for Tiffany?

Popular middle name pairings include Tiffany Anne, Tiffany Grace, Tiffany Lynn, Tiffany Nicole, Tiffany Marie, and Tiffany Dawn.

What are good sibling names for Tiffany?

Names that pair well with Tiffany as siblings include Brittany, Ashley, Dylan, Tyler, Stephanie, and Amber.

How many syllables does Tiffany have?

Tiffany has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Tiffany a common or rare name?

Tiffany is moderately common, ranked #841 for girls in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.

About the Name Tiffany

Tiffany is a girl name with English and American origins . The name means "manifestation of God" in Greek .

Is Tiffany a boy or girl name? Tiffany is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #841 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #5,639. Tiffany is more commonly used as a girl name.

Tiffany is currently ranked #841 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Tiffany has 3 syllables and is pronounced t-IHF-uhn-ee, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Tiffany include Tiff and Tiffy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.