Declining since 1999, #6,325 for girls today.
Popularity of Tyana since 1963
Babies named Tyana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 29 |
| 1970s | 105 |
| 1980s | 250 |
| 1990s | 847 |
| 2000s | 1,029 |
| 2010s | 384 |
| 2020s | 115 |
Meaning & origin
Tyana is an uncommon girl's name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1963. It reached its peak rank of 6,325 in 2000, but has been declining in use since 1999, reflecting broader trends away from similar-sounding names. The name's modern coinage and lack of a clear etymology appeal to parents seeking a distinctive, phonetically pleasing name. While not associated with any top states, Tyana's sound aligns with other trendy names of the late 20th century.
Tyana is a modern given name that emerged in the United States in the 1960s, likely as a creative respelling of Tiana, which itself derives from popular names like Tatiana or the longer form Tiana. It may also draw influence from the ancient city of Tyana in Cappadocia (modern-day Turkey), though this connection is not well attested for the name's usage. The name has remained relatively uncommon, experiencing a peak in popularity during the late 1990s and early 2000s.
“Tyana” around the world
Where Tyana lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
75
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ty, Ana
Sibling names for Tyana
Names that share Tyana's style, for a brother or sister.
