Tennessee: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: t-ehnn-ehss-eh-eh
Origin: United States
gender-male

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Region Origin: North America
Meaning: A variant of the Native American word

Tennessee is a strong and confident name, celebrated for its boldness and resilience, making it ideal for individuals with a dynamic spirit. Tennessee 's modern spelling was derived from the Native American word 'Tanasi, 'which has historical, significance predating James Glen, Tennessee, The name has significant historical importance as it reflects the state's Native American heritage and its early development.

Tennessee Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Tennessee is currently #12431 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Tennessee is currently #5436 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Tennessee is currently #6526 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Tennessee is currently #2866 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Tennessee is currently #6064 on Kiindred Australian Names

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