Tiare Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: tee-AH-ray /tiˈɑːreɪ/
Origin: Polynesian; Hawaiian
Meaning: Polynesian: flower; Hawaiian: a flower or blossom
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tiare has its roots in the Tahitian language, where it means "flower" or "blossom." This etymology reflects the cultural significance of flowers in Polynesian societies, often symbolizing beauty, love, and the natural environment. The name is derived from the word "tiara," which in Tahitian refers to a type of fragrant flower, specifically the gardenia, known for its beauty and aromatic qualities.
The transition of the name into English and other languages is primarily attributed to the influence of Polynesian culture and the spread of Tahitian language through literature and tourism in the 19th and 20th centuries. Historically, the name Tiare is associated with the rich cultural heritage of the islands of Tahiti and the surrounding regions.
The 18th and 19th centuries saw increased European interest in the South Pacific, leading to the documentation and romanticization of Polynesian culture. Notable figures, such as the French painter Paul Gauguin, who lived in Tahiti during the late 19th century, contributed to the Western fascination with Tahitian life and its floral symbolism.
The name Tiare, therefore, carries with it a sense of connection to this artistic and cultural movement, embodying the beauty of the islands. Culturally, Tiare is often associated with traditional ceremonies and is used in various contexts, including weddings and celebrations, where flowers play a central role.
The name evokes imagery of nature and the lush landscapes of the Pacific Islands, reinforcing its significance in the cultural identity of the region. While diminutive forms or variations may exist, Tiare itself remains a distinctive name that encapsulates the essence of Polynesian flora and heritage.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tiare was first seen in the United States in 1960.
Tiare has ranked as high as #1181 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in Hawaii, California, New York, Texas, and Florida.
In the past 5 years the name Tiare has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Tiare 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 Tiare was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Tiare (2018)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| HI | 6 |
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 Tiare.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 8 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2007 | 30 |
| 2006 | 29 |
| 2005 | 56 |
| 2004 | 34 |
| 2003 | 31 |
| 2002 | 24 |
| 2001 | 32 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 1999 | 36 |
| 1998 | 30 |
| 1997 | 33 |
| 1996 | 37 |
| 1995 | 38 |
| 1994 | 47 |
| 1993 | 33 |
| 1992 | 60 |
| 1991 | 32 |
| 1990 | 31 |
| 1989 | 30 |
| 1988 | 24 |
| 1987 | 25 |
| 1986 | 26 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1984 | 23 |
| 1983 | 27 |
| 1982 | 27 |
| 1981 | 23 |
| 1980 | 14 |
| 1979 | 20 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1975 | 19 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 |