Tandy Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationTAN-dee / /ˈtændi/English; Native American
Meaning
English: short form of names like Tandy; Native American: 'fire' or 'flame'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tandy has roots in both English and Native American cultures. In English, it is often considered a diminutive or short form of longer names. In Native American contexts, it is associated with elements of nature, particularly fire. The name has been used in various regions, reflecting a blend of cultural influences.
Trend Summary
The name Tandy has seen limited popularity in the U.S. and is considered relatively uncommon.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tandy was first seen in the United States in 1945. Tandy has ranked as high as #1041 nationally, which occurred in 1978, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Indiana, Kansas, and Oregon. In the past 5 years the name Tandy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tandy (1981)
State | Births | Share |
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TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1945 | 5 |
1946 | 7 |
1947 | 9 |
1948 | 13 |
1949 | 11 |
1950 | 8 |
1951 | 8 |
1952 | 9 |
1953 | 27 |
1954 | 13 |
1955 | 20 |
1956 | 15 |
1957 | 13 |
1958 | 17 |
1959 | 26 |
1960 | 21 |
1961 | 34 |
1962 | 34 |
1963 | 30 |
1964 | 50 |
1965 | 35 |
1966 | 49 |
1967 | 37 |
1968 | 35 |
1969 | 28 |
1970 | 32 |
1971 | 41 |
1972 | 27 |
1973 | 35 |
1974 | 28 |
1975 | 15 |
1976 | 50 |
1977 | 41 |
1978 | 58 |
1979 | 44 |
1980 | 27 |
1981 | 33 |
1982 | 15 |
1983 | 20 |
1984 | 19 |
1985 | 13 |
1986 | 15 |
1987 | 9 |
1988 | 13 |
1989 | 14 |
1990 | 10 |
1991 | 11 |
1992 | 15 |
1993 | 11 |
1994 | 5 |
2000 | 5 |
2001 | 5 |