"follower of Christ"
Origin: Greek/Latin
Language: English
Tina
Pronunciation: [ t-EEN-uh ]
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"clay, earth (Etruscan root)"
Origin: Etruscan
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The Story of Tina
Tina originated as a short form of names ending in -tina such as Christina (follower of Christ), Martina (of Mars), Valentina (strong, healthy), and Albertina. Christina derives from the Greek Christianos, meaning follower of Christ. Tina became an independent given name during the 20th century, particularly popular in the mid-century United States, Italy, and Scandinavia where it has been used across generations.
Tina peaked as a given name in the 1960s-1970s, heavily associated with the era's style. Tina Turner's extraordinary career made the name iconic globally. The name has been less fashionable since the 1990s but carries warm nostalgic associations with an era of bold personalities.
Tina Turner transformed the name into a global icon of strength, resilience, and reinvention. In Italian and Scandinavian contexts, Tina remains a familiar standalone name used affectionately across generations.
Historical Record
Tina first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 283,307 babies have been named Tina in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tina is past its peak , currently ranked #2,651 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Tina Turner (born Anna Mae Bullock) became rock music's greatest comeback story, known as the Queen of Rock
- Tina was among the top 20 girl names in the US in the 1960s
- In Italy and Scandinavia, Tina is a common standalone name, not just a nickname
Tina in Other Languages
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Popularity Over Time
#2,651
Current Rank
Peaked 1968
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Tina
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Tina Fey
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1970
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Tina Turner
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1939
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,651
- Total SSA Count
- 65
- Cultural Origins
- American English Italian Scandinavian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
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- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tina
What does the name Tina mean?
"follower of Christ" (from Greek/Latin). "clay, earth (Etruscan root)" (from Etruscan). Tina originated as a short form of names ending in -tina such as Christina (follower of Christ), Martina (of Mars), Valentina (strong, healthy), and Albertina. Christina derives from the Greek Christianos, meaning follower of Christ. Tina became an independent given name during the 20th century, particularly popular in the mid-century United States, Italy, and Scandinavia where it has been used across generations.
What is the origin of the name Tina?
Tina has Greek/Latin, Etruscan, American, English, Italian, and Scandinavian origins. In Greek/Latin, it means "follower of Christ". In Etruscan, it means "clay, earth (Etruscan root)".
Is Tina a boy or girl name?
Tina is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #2651. As a boy name, it is ranked #39247. Tina is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Tina?
Tina is pronounced t-EEN-uh.
How popular is the name Tina?
Tina is currently ranked #2651 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Tina?
Popular middle name pairings include Tina Marie, Tina Louise, Tina Ann, Tina Jo, Tina Lee, and Tina Kay.
What are good sibling names for Tina?
Names that pair well with Tina as siblings include Donna, Linda, Sandra, Gary, Rick, and Paula.
How many syllables does Tina have?
Tina has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Tina a common or rare name?
Tina is an uncommon name, ranked #2651 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Tina
Tina is a girl name with American, English, Italian, and Scandinavian origins . The name means "follower of Christ" in Greek/Latin .
Is Tina a boy or girl name? Tina is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #2,651 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #39,247. Tina is more commonly used as a girl name.
Tina is currently ranked #2,651 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Tina has 2 syllables and is pronounced t-EEN-uh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Tina include T. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Tina include Tinsley, Tinley . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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