Holding steady.
Popularity of Tamanna since 1993
Babies named Tamanna per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 55 |
| 2000s | 70 |
| 2010s | 53 |
| 2020s | 14 |
Meaning & origin
The name Tamanna, derived from Arabic and Persian for 'desire' or 'wish', entered U.S. records in 1993. Its popularity peaked in 1999, and it has remained stable since the 1990s, though it does not currently rank among the top 1000 names. Tamanna is overwhelmingly given to girls, reflecting its feminine connotations in South Asian and Middle Eastern communities. While not common across many states, its cross-cultural appeal persists through its melodic sound and meaningful etymology.
Tamanna is derived from the Arabic word 'tamannā', meaning 'wish' or 'desire', which is also used in Persian (and Urdu) with the same sense. The name has been borne across the Arabic-speaking world and South Asia, particularly in Muslim communities. It gained modern usage as a given name in the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tammy, Manna, Tanny
Variants: Tamannah, Tamannaah
Sibling names for Tamanna
Names that share Tamanna's style, for a brother or sister.
