Tansy Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: TAN-zee //ˈtæn.zi//
Origin: English; Greek
Meaning: English: a flower; Greek: immortality
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tansy has its roots in the ancient Greek word "tansy," which refers to a flowering plant known for its medicinal properties, specifically the genus Tanacetum. The term was adopted into Latin as "tanacitum," and subsequently made its way into Old French as "tansy." This botanical connection highlights the name's association with nature and healing, which has persisted through the centuries.
The name entered the English language during the Middle Ages, primarily through the influence of herbalism and the use of plants in traditional medicine, where the tansy plant was noted for its use in various remedies. Historically, the name Tansy has been linked to various cultural practices and folk traditions.
In medieval Europe, the tansy plant was often used in cooking and as a decorative herb, particularly during the feast of St. John, which celebrated the summer solstice.
The name's association with this plant likely contributed to its use as a given name, as it embodied the qualities of vitality and health. The name appears in English literature and records from the 16th century onward, reflecting its gradual acceptance as a personal name.
Culturally, Tansy evokes imagery of the natural world and has been associated with themes of resilience and healing. The name may also carry connotations of femininity and grace, reflecting the delicate nature of the flower itself.
While diminutive forms or variations are less documented, the name Tansy stands alone as a symbol of the intersection between nature and personal identity, enduring through time as a reminder of the historical significance of plants in human culture.
Fictional characters named Tansy
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Tansy is a fictional character from the book series The Green Knowe Chronicles by L.M. Boston. She is a young girl who experiences adventures in a magical, historical house.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tansy was first seen in the United States in 1920.
Tansy has ranked as high as #12329 nationally, which occurred in 2025, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Tansy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Tansy is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Tansy was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Tansy.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15 | 15 |
| 2024 | 8 | 8 |
| 2023 | 6 | 6 |
| 2022 | 14 | 14 |
| 2020 | 9 | 9 |
| 2019 | 8 | 8 |
| 2018 | 6 | 6 |
| 2017 | 9 | 9 |
| 2016 | 7 | 7 |
| 2015 | 6 | 6 |
| 2014 | 10 | 10 |
| 2013 | 8 | 8 |
| 2012 | 6 | 6 |
| 2009 | 5 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 | 5 |
| 2007 | 7 | 7 |
| 2005 | 5 | 5 |
| 2004 | 6 | 6 |
| 2003 | 5 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 | 5 |
| 2001 | 8 | 8 |
| 1997 | 5 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 | 7 |
| 1995 | 6 | 6 |
| 1988 | 7 | 7 |
| 1987 | 5 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 | 6 |
| 1985 | 7 | 7 |
| 1984 | 12 | 12 |
| 1983 | 8 | 8 |
| 1982 | 9 | 9 |
| 1981 | 14 | 14 |
| 1980 | 8 | 8 |
| 1979 | 8 | 8 |
| 1978 | 13 | 13 |
| 1977 | 13 | 13 |
| 1976 | 9 | 9 |
| 1975 | 10 | 10 |
| 1974 | 11 | 11 |
| 1973 | 13 | 13 |
| 1971 | 7 | 7 |
| 1970 | 10 | 10 |
| 1969 | 5 | 5 |
| 1963 | 7 | 7 |
| 1962 | 7 | 7 |
| 1960 | 5 | 5 |
| 1954 | 5 | 5 |
| 1948 | 5 | 5 |
| 1930 | 6 | 6 |
| 1920 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Tansy
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
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