Tanis

Unisex

Tanis has been given to 1,529 babies in the U.S. since 1926. It peaked in 1948.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

1,529

Peak year

1948 (43 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1926

10-year trend

▼ -100%

Gender split

65% girls / 35% boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Tanis — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Janisgirl

49,015 babies since 1909

Taniagirl

28,952 babies since 1918

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Sharlyngirl

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Freddagirl

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FAQ

How popular is the name Tanis?

Tanis has been given to 1,529 babies in the U.S. since 1926. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Tanis peak?

Tanis peaked in 1948, when 43 babies were given the name.

Is Tanis a girl or boy name?

Tanis is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.

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