Holding steady.
Popularity of Tiah since 1968
Babies named Tiah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 43 |
| 1980s | 153 |
| 1990s | 175 |
| 2000s | 118 |
| 2010s | 77 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tiah is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1968. It achieved its highest usage in 1980, which stands as its peak year, before settling into a stable but very low trajectory. The name has never entered the top 1000, and its 1-in-N statistic is unavailable due to its rarity. Tiah is typically given to girls and is most likely a creative respelling, perhaps influenced by names like Tia or Mariah. Its origins are modern English, and it carries no traditional meaning. While not widespread, Tiah offers a simple, melodic sound for parents seeking an uncommon name.
Tiah appears to be a modern invented name, likely formed by combining the popular "T" sound with the fashionable "-iah" suffix seen in names like Aliyah or Mariah. It emerged in the late 1960s and saw modest use in the 1980s. Its meaning is not rooted in a traditional language.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tia
Sibling names for Tiah
Names that share Tiah's style, for a brother or sister.
