Tiffany Cotten

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Tiffany Cotten — manifestation of God
302K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Tiffany Cotten is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Tiffany is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Tiffany is a primarily English feminine form of the Greek given name Theophania. It was formerly often given to children born on the feast of Theophania, that is, Epiphany. The equivalent Greek male name is Theophanes (Θεοφάνης), commonly shortened to Phanis (Φάνης) and the female is Theophania (Θεοφανία) or Theophano (Θεοφανώ), colloquially Phani (Φανή). The name was popular in the United States from the 1970s to early 1990s. Between 1980 and 1991 the number of babies named Tiffany born each year exceeded 10,000, peaking at 18,361 in 1988. The surname Cotten: Ann Cotten (born 1982), American-born Austrian writer Elizabeth Cotten (1893–1987), American musician and singer-songwriter Elizabeth Brownrigg Henderson Cotten (1875–1975), American suffragist and librarian Gerald Cotten (1988–2018), Canadian CEO of bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange Quadriga Fintech Solutions James Cotten (born 1974), American actor, film director, producer and writer Joanna Cotten, American country music singer Joni Cotten (born 1953), American curler Joseph Cotten (1905–1994), American actor Lyman A. Tiffany is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 302K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Tiffany reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Tiffany

Meaning: manifestation of God

Greek

Tiffany is a primarily English feminine form of the Greek given name Theophania. It was formerly often given to children born on the feast of Theophania, that is, Epiphany. The equivalent Greek male name is Theophanes (Θεοφάνης), commonly shortened to Phanis (Φάνης) and the female is Theophania (Θεοφανία) or Theophano (Θεοφανώ), colloquially Phani (Φανή). The name was popular in the United States from the 1970s to early 1990s. Between 1980 and 1991 the number of babies named Tiffany born each year exceeded 10,000, peaking at 18,361 in 1988.

Surname: Cotten

English

Ann Cotten (born 1982), American-born Austrian writer Elizabeth Cotten (1893–1987), American musician and singer-songwriter Elizabeth Brownrigg Henderson Cotten (1875–1975), American suffragist and librarian Gerald Cotten (1988–2018), Canadian CEO of bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange Quadriga Fintech Solutions James Cotten (born 1974), American actor, film director, producer and writer Joanna Cotten, American country music singer Joni Cotten (born 1953), American curler Joseph Cotten (1905–1994), American actor Lyman A.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Tiffany is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Tiffany by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Tiffany Cotten:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Tiffany?
The first name Tiffany originates from Greek. Tiffany is a primarily English feminine form of the Greek given name Theophania. It was formerly often given to children born on the feast of Theophania, that is, Epiphany. The equivalent Greek male name is Theophanes (Θεοφάνης), commonly shortened to Phanis (Φάνης) and the female is Theophania (Θεοφανία) or Theophano (Θεοφανώ), colloquially Phani (Φανή). The name was popular in the United States from the 1970s to early 1990s. Between 1980 and 1991 the number of babies named Tiffany born each year exceeded 10,000, peaking at 18,361 in 1988.
When was Tiffany most popular?
The name Tiffany reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Cotten?
The surname Cotten originates from English. Ann Cotten (born 1982), American-born Austrian writer Elizabeth Cotten (1893–1987), American musician and singer-songwriter Elizabeth Brownrigg Henderson Cotten (1875–1975), American suffragist and librarian Gerald Cotten (1988–2018), Canadian CEO of bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange Quadriga Fintech Solutions James Cotten (born 1974), American actor, film director, producer and writer Joanna Cotten, American country music singer Joni Cotten (born 1953), American curler Joseph Cotten (1905–1994), American actor Lyman A.
What are the origins of the name Tiffany Cotten?
The name Tiffany Cotten combines two different traditions: the first name Tiffany has Greek roots, while the surname Cotten originates from English.
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