Tierney Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTEER-nee / /ˈtɪərni/Irish; Gaelic
Meaning
Irish: 'descendant of the lord'; Gaelic: 'the lord'
Historical & Cultural Background
Tierney is derived from the Irish surname O'Tierney, which means 'descendant of Tighearnach'. The name has roots in Gaelic culture, where it was associated with nobility and leadership. It has been used as a given name in modern times, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name reflects a connection to Irish heritage and tradition.
Trend Summary
Tierney has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tearney
- Tirna
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tierney was first seen in the United States in 1957. Tierney has ranked as high as #1075 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Pennsylvania, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Tierney has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tierney (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TN | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1957 | 46 |
| 1958 | 26 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 18 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 17 |
| 1967 | 15 |
| 1968 | 15 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 18 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 19 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1976 | 29 |
| 1977 | 24 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 29 |
| 1980 | 38 |
| 1981 | 57 |
| 1982 | 50 |
| 1983 | 53 |
| 1984 | 37 |
| 1985 | 77 |
| 1986 | 70 |
| 1987 | 91 |
| 1988 | 106 |
| 1989 | 102 |
| 1990 | 113 |
| 1991 | 140 |
| 1992 | 147 |
| 1993 | 172 |
| 1994 | 133 |
| 1995 | 98 |
| 1996 | 102 |
| 1997 | 103 |
| 1998 | 95 |
| 1999 | 105 |
| 2000 | 110 |
| 2001 | 94 |
| 2002 | 100 |
| 2003 | 98 |
| 2004 | 100 |
| 2005 | 77 |
| 2006 | 82 |
| 2007 | 74 |
| 2008 | 86 |
| 2009 | 100 |
| 2010 | 59 |
| 2011 | 89 |
| 2012 | 63 |
| 2013 | 56 |
| 2014 | 64 |
| 2015 | 48 |
| 2016 | 62 |
| 2017 | 49 |
| 2018 | 47 |
| 2019 | 51 |
| 2020 | 47 |
| 2021 | 30 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 34 |
| 2024 | 18 |