MallowbyNames

Tiffeny

TIF-uh-nee · Of uncertain origin; likely a variant of Tiffany, from the Greek Theophania meaning 'manifestation of God'.

Peak popularity
1981
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Tiffeny since 1966

Babies named Tiffeny per year in U.S. Social Security records.

193756198020002020Most births 1981Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1960s28
1970s295
1980s382
1990s119
2000s14
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Tiffeny is a modern respelling of Tiffany that first appeared in U.S. records in 1966. It reached its peak popularity in 1981, but has since become less common, reflecting a broader decline in creative spellings of once-trendy names. The trajectory for Tiffeny remains stable, without signs of a revival. As of the latest data for 2025, the name does not rank in the top 1000, and it is not widely associated with any particular state. Tiffeny remains a niche choice, often selected by parents seeking a distinct variation of Tiffany.

Tiffeny is a modern respelling of the name Tiffany, which itself derives from the Greek Theophania, a feminine form of Theophanes meaning 'manifestation of God'. The name was historically associated with the Feast of the Epiphany, celebrating the revelation of Christ. Tiffany was popular in medieval Europe but later declined, only to be revived in the late 20th century. Tiffeny emerged as a creative variant in the 1960s, part of a trend toward unique spellings.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Tiff, Tiffy, Fifi

Variants: Tiffany, Tiffanie, Tifany

Sibling names for Tiffeny

Names that share Tiffeny's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does Tiffeny mean?
Tiffeny is a variant of Tiffany, which means 'manifestation of God' from Greek Theophania.
Is Tiffeny currently popular?
Tiffeny has not ranked in the top 1000 for recent years. Its peak popularity was in 1981.
Is Tiffeny a boy or girl name?
Tiffeny is almost exclusively used for girls.