Tansey Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTAN-zee / /ˈtæn.zi/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'the place of the tan'; English: 'a variant of Tansy'
Historical & Cultural Background
Tansey is derived from the Irish surname Ó Táinse, which means 'descendant of Táinse'. It is also associated with the English word 'tansy', a flowering plant historically used in herbal medicine. The name has seen varying popularity in different regions, particularly in Ireland and among English speakers.
Trend Summary
Tansey has remained relatively uncommon in the U.S., with sporadic usage over the years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tansy
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tansey was first seen in the United States in 1977. Tansey has ranked as high as #1117 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Tansey has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tansey
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1981 | 6 |