Etymology & Historical Origin of the Baby Name Tiffany

The name Tiffany developed during the Middle Ages as an English form of the Greek name Theophania which means ‘epiphany’. The name comes from the Greek elements “theos” meaning ‘god” and “phainein” meaning ‘to appear’. In the Catholic Church, the Feast of the Epiphany is celebrated on January 6th to commemorate the visit of the Magi to the baby Jesus signifying the physical manifestation of God’s human son to the Gentiles. When people refer to having an “epiphany” they refer to a sudden intuitive leap of understanding, sometimes divinely so – hence the appearance of the divine or God. In medieval times, Tiffany was often given to girls born on January 6th. Eventually the name developed into a surname, while the forename fell out of favor until her revival in the 20th century.

All About the Baby Name – Tiffany

Personality

OF THE GIRL NAME TIFFANY

The number Nine personality represents the completion or ending of the cycle, and a need for perfection. This is the personality that moves from "self" to a greater understanding and compassion for the human condition and the world order. They want to make the world a better place. Nines are capable of great spiritual and humanitarian achievements. They are courageous and fearless, able to fight great battles on behalf of worthy causes. These personalities will not tolerate injustice. They are compassionate people with a strong sensitivity to others. They are able to both educate and inspire. Friendships and relationships are the lifeblood to the Nine, and they place a high value on love and affection. Nines are often exceptionally gifted artistically, and they have a keen imagination and enterprising mind.

Popularity

OF THE GIRL NAME TIFFANY

The name Tiffany first appeared on the American naming charts for girls in 1962 – immediately following the release of “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” a popular film starring Audrey Hepburn. The subsequent and rapid popularity of the name was quite remarkable. In 1970, Tiffany hit the Top 100 list of most commonly used girl names in America. By 1980, she was at an impressive 14th place on the charts. Tiffany enjoyed strong usage for three straight decades – the 70s, 80s and 90s. Her popularity was so fast and furious that poor Tiffany became a name so overused people have acted with some amount of derision toward it. Like Jessica, Ashley, Heather and Amanda – Tiffany was the hallmark name of the 1980s in particular. This pretty name has girly-girl written all over her. It’s delicate and sweet-sounding, and fortunately no longer ϋber-popular.

Quick Facts

ON TIFFANY

GENDER:

Girl

ORIGIN:

English

NUMBER OF SYLLABLES:

3

RANKING POPULARITY:

433

PRONUNCIATION:

TIF-ә-nee

SIMPLE MEANING:

God appears

Characteristics

OF TIFFANY

Multi-talented

Intuitive

Oneness

Idealistic

Philanthropy

Independent

Perfection

Cultural References to the Baby Name – Tiffany

Literary Characters

OF THE BABY NAME TIFFANY

We cannot find any significant literary characters by the name of Tiffany

Childrens Books

ON THE BABY NAME TIFFANY

We cannot find any childrens books with the first name Tiffany


Popular Songs

ON TIFFANY

Tiffany Queen
a song by The Byrds

Famous People

NAMED TIFFANY

Tiffany (teen singing sensation from the 1980s)
Tiffany Chin (figure skater)
Tiffany Trump (daughter of Donald Trump and Marla Maples)
Tiffany (teen singing sensation from the 1980s)
Tiffany Chin (figure skater)
Tiffany Trump (daughter of Donald Trump and Marla Maples)
Tiffany (teen singing sensation from the 1980s)
Tiffany Chin (figure skater)
Tiffany Trump (daughter of Donald Trump and Marla Maples)

Children of Famous People

NAMED TIFFANY

We cannot find any children of famous people with the first name Tiffany

Historic Figures

WITH THE NAME TIFFANY

We cannot find any historically significant people with the first name Tiffany