Tanner Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationTAN-er / /ˈtæn.ər/English; Old French
Meaning
English: leather worker; Old French: tanner
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tanner has its roots in the Old French word 'tanier', which refers to a person who tans animal hides. It became a surname before transitioning into a given name. Tanner has been used in English-speaking countries since the 20th century and reflects a connection to traditional crafts and trades.
Trend Summary
Tanner has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tannor
International Variants
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Famous people named Tanner
Tanner Foust is a professional driver and television personality known for his work on motorsport shows.
Tanner McEvoy is a former American football player who played as a quarterback and wide receiver.
Fictional characters named Tanner
Tanner is a character in the video game series 'Grand Theft Auto', known for his involvement in various criminal activities.
Tanner is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his humorous antics.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tanner was first seen in the United States in 1913. Tanner has ranked as high as #145 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Pennsylvania, Utah, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Tanner has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tanner (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 56 | |
| TX | 56 | |
| CA | 38 | |
| OH | 37 | |
| NC | 36 | |
| NY | 32 | |
| VA | 26 | |
| IL | 26 | |
| MI | 26 | |
| PA | 26 | |
| GA | 25 | |
| TN | 24 | |
| WI | 19 | |
| SC | 16 | |
| UT | 15 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 16 |
| 1971 | 14 |
| 1972 | 19 |
| 1973 | 25 |
| 1974 | 34 |
| 1975 | 47 |
| 1976 | 73 |
| 1977 | 121 |
| 1978 | 168 |
| 1979 | 299 |
| 1980 | 311 |
| 1981 | 279 |
| 1982 | 363 |
| 1983 | 401 |
| 1984 | 407 |
| 1985 | 514 |
| 1986 | 561 |
| 1987 | 719 |
| 1988 | 906 |
| 1989 | 1,236 |
| 1990 | 1,387 |
| 1991 | 2,272 |
| 1992 | 3,645 |
| 1993 | 3,768 |
| 1994 | 3,923 |
| 1995 | 4,320 |
| 1996 | 4,180 |
| 1997 | 4,676 |
| 1998 | 4,704 |
| 1999 | 4,521 |
| 2000 | 4,235 |
| 2001 | 3,832 |
| 2002 | 3,446 |
| 2003 | 3,390 |
| 2004 | 3,232 |
| 2005 | 3,075 |
| 2006 | 2,867 |
| 2007 | 2,732 |
| 2008 | 2,419 |
| 2009 | 2,453 |
| 2010 | 2,136 |
| 2011 | 2,139 |
| 2012 | 2,181 |
| 2013 | 2,050 |
| 2014 | 1,865 |
| 2015 | 1,715 |
| 2016 | 1,605 |
| 2017 | 1,331 |
| 2018 | 1,141 |
| 2019 | 1,017 |
| 2020 | 980 |
| 2021 | 905 |
| 2022 | 783 |
| 2023 | 720 |
| 2024 | 711 |