Holding steady.
Popularity of Tangy since 1959
Babies named Tangy per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 94 |
| 1970s | 110 |
| 1980s | 45 |
| 1990s | 9 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tangy is an exceptionally rare name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1959, with a peak in 1971 but never reaching a rank in the top 1000. It remains outside of any top state usage, reflecting its low one-in-N ratio. The name is likely a modern coinage derived from the plant name Tansy or directly from the English adjective 'tangy.' Its trajectory has been stable with very few annual births. Parents choosing Tangy in the 1970s may have appreciated its novelty and lively sound, but the name has not seen a revival in recent decades.
Tangy is a rare modern coinage, likely inspired by the plant name Tansy (from Greek athanasia, 'immortality') or by the English adjective 'tangy,' describing a sharp flavor or smell. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1959 and saw minimal use, with a peak in 1971. The name remains uncommon and is not derived from a specific cultural or linguistic tradition.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tan, Tanny
Variants: Tansy
Sibling names for Tangy
Names that share Tangy's style, for a brother or sister.
