Tiffanni

Meaning & origin

Tiffanni is a modern respelling of Tiffany, a name with Greek roots meaning 'manifestation of God'. Although the standard spelling Tiffany enjoyed widespread popularity in the 1980s and 1990s, the variant Tiffanni first appeared in Social Security records in 1971, reaching its peak usage in 1987. In recent years, the name has become rare; the latest data from 2025 does not report a rank or frequency (no 1-in-N value), suggesting fewer than five births per year. Notably, the name has never been recorded among any top states, indicating its usage is scattered. This spelling reflects a trend toward individualized, phonetic variations of established names, particularly those ending in '-anni'. Parents choosing this variant may appreciate its distinctive look while preserving the familiar sound of Tiffany.

Tiffanni is a modern spelling variant of Tiffany, which derives from the Greek name Theophania, meaning 'manifestation of God'. The name was traditionally given to girls born on the Feast of the Epiphany, which celebrates the revelation of Christ to the Magi. The spelling 'Tiffanni' emerged in the late 20th century as a phonetic, stylized adaptation of the more common Tiffany.