Holding steady.
Popularity of Tandi since 1959
Babies named Tandi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 8 |
| 1960s | 130 |
| 1970s | 199 |
| 1980s | 182 |
| 1990s | 71 |
| 2000s | 12 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tandi is a rare name in the United States, first appearing in Social Security records in 1959. Its peak usage came in 1978, but it has never entered the top 1000 names, reflecting its consistent but low frequency over the decades. The name is likely a modern coinage or a variant of Tandy, and its meaning remains unclear. Tandi has maintained a stable trajectory in recent years, with occasional use primarily for girls. While it has never been associated with any specific top states or famous bearers, its simplicity and similarity to other 'andi' names give it a casual, approachable feel. Parents drawn to short, uncommon names may appreciate Tandi's brevity and rarity.
Tandi is likely a modern English name, possibly a short form of Tanda or a variant of the surname Tandy. The name gained some usage in the United States starting in the mid-20th century, with a peak in 1978. Its usage has remained stable but uncommon.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Tandy
Sibling names for Tandi
Names that share Tandi's style, for a brother or sister.
