Tina Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTEE-nah / /ˈtiː.nə/Latin; Greek
Meaning
Latin: follower of Christ; Greek: goddess of the harvest
Historical & Cultural Background
Tina is often considered a diminutive of names like Christina or Martina. It has been used in various cultures, primarily in Western contexts. The name gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is commonly associated with femininity, though it can be used for boys in some cultures.
Trend Summary
The name Tina has seen a decline in popularity in the United States since the 1980s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tina
International Variants
- Tina (Italian)
- Tina (Spanish)
- Tina (German)
Famous people named Tina
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Fictional characters named Tina
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tina was first seen in the United States in 1949. Tina has ranked as high as #1031 nationally, which occurred in 1967, and has been most popular in Ohio, New York, Illinois, Michigan, and California. In the past 5 years the name Tina has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tina (1972)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 14 |
| 1957 | 11 |
| 1958 | 15 |
| 1959 | 16 |
| 1960 | 23 |
| 1961 | 29 |
| 1962 | 23 |
| 1963 | 38 |
| 1964 | 25 |
| 1965 | 30 |
| 1966 | 48 |
| 1967 | 57 |
| 1968 | 47 |
| 1969 | 51 |
| 1970 | 43 |
| 1971 | 47 |
| 1972 | 37 |
| 1973 | 36 |
| 1974 | 50 |
| 1975 | 27 |
| 1976 | 18 |
| 1977 | 18 |
| 1978 | 24 |
| 1979 | 23 |
| 1980 | 19 |
| 1981 | 17 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1996 | 5 |