Holding steady.
Popularity of Tige since 1969
Babies named Tige per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 28 |
| 1970s | 244 |
| 1980s | 11 |
| 1990s | 23 |
| 2000s | 27 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tige is a rare American name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1969. It reached its peak usage in 1972, but has remained so uncommon that it has never placed in the top 1000 names for any given year. The 1-in-N statistic is unavailable, reflecting its extreme rarity. The name does not appear in top state rankings, indicating it is used sporadically across the country. Tige likely originated as a nickname or variant of Ty or Tiger, though its exact etymology remains uncertain.
The name Tige is a modern coinage, likely derived from the given name Ty or used as a nickname for Tiger. It emerged in the United States in the late 1960s, with its peak usage in 1972. Tige remains a rare name, never entering the top 1000.
Sibling names for Tige
Names that share Tige's style, for a brother or sister.
