Female and male first names beginning with the letter “T”..
TENNISON
FemaleUncommon English given name derived from the Middle English 'tenne' meaning 'tenth' or 'tithe', or possibly from Old French 'tenes' meaning 'firm' or 'steady'. It was historically used as a nickname for those paying tithes, or signifying steadfastness.
TENNLEY
FemaleRare, female Welsh name meaning 'habitation', derived from the surname Tenant, signifying independence and self-sufficiency.
TENNY
MaleUnique, uncommon name of unknown origin, popularized recently with few global occurrences.
TENNY
FemaleUncommon but notable name with uncertain origins, possibly derived from Welsh 'Tenzil' meaning "from the bright hill" or African American feminine name Tenisha meaning "ten beautiful women." Its usage has been influenced by figures like poet Lord Tennyson and places named Tennessee.
TENNYSON
MaleRare English male given name with literary origins. It hails from Lincolnshire's Tennyson village, named after the Old English personal name Tini, meaning "from the estate of Tini." Popularized by Victorian poet Alfred Lord Tennyson, it carries associations with creativity and intelligence.
TENNYSON
FemaleThe name Tennyson originates from England and signifies "from the estate of Tynemouth," a town located on the River Tyne's coast in North East England.
TENOCH
MaleUncommon given name of Aztec origin, derived from "tentzon" meaning "among the rocks". It holds significant historical importance as it is associated with the founding of Tenochtitlan, the ancient capital of the Aztec Empire. Today, Tenoch is recognized globally for its historical and symbolic significance.
TENOR
MaleRare yet captivating male given name of Latin origin, derived from the word 'tenor' meaning 'holding or possession of land', with modern associations to the tenor voice range.
TENORA
FemaleDistinctive given name with unknown origins and meaning, used since the 12th century primarily in Italy and Europe. Its rarity adds to its appeal, despite limited historical information.
TENSIE
FemaleUncommon African-American given name of uncertain origin, possibly a blend of two names like Tenesha and Janese. It has no widely recognized meaning or historical associations and remains largely confined to African-American communities in the U.S., with only 18 babies named Tensie between 2000 and 2019.
TENSLEE
FemaleUnknown origin with no widely recognized meaning or historical significance.
TENSLEY
FemaleModern, fictional name created by American author Amanda Hocking for the protagonist of her paranormal romance series "The Trylle Trilogy.
TENUUN
MaleUnique, exotic African name from Nigeria's Yoruba people, meaning "one who sees visions.
TENY
FemaleHebrew unisex name meaning "pleasure" or "delight," associated with happiness and joy.
TENYA
FemaleUnique male Japanese given name composed of "heaven" (ten) and "night" (ya), signifying elegance and connection with nature.
TENYAH
FemaleUnique female name of unknown origin, possibly derived from Swahili 'teny' meaning 'to dance', and often associated with creative individuals.
TENYCE
FemaleUncommon yet captivating unisex given name of American origin introduced in the late 20th century. Its meaning remains unclear but is believed to signify determination and resilience, possibly derived from the Latin word "tenax.
TENYIA
FemaleAfrican Igbo name meaning "Our joy has come" or "Joy has arrived.
TENZIN
MaleTibetan name meaning 'to hold firmly to the Buddha's teachings.'
TENZIN
FemaleTibetan male given name meaning 'holding patience', popularized globally by His Holiness the Dalai Lama XIV.
TENZING
FemaleTenzing, a Tibetan name derived from "ten" (Friday) and "zang" (prosperous), means 'born on Friday' or 'flourishing on Friday'.
TENZING
MaleTibetan name meaning "firm as the east".
TENZLEY
FemaleUnique, made-up given name of unknown origin and culture.
TEO
MaleShort form of the Italian name Teodoro, meaning "gift from God," originating from the Greek Theodore. It has been used in Italy for centuries but gained worldwide popularity during the 20th century, now often given as a standalone name.
TEODOR
MaleRomanian name derived from Latin Theodoros, meaning 'gift of God'.
TEODORA
FemaleThe feminine given name Teodora originates from Greek, derived from 'theos' (god) and 'dorea' (gift), signifying 'gift of God.'
TEODORE
MaleGreek name meaning "gift of God", popularized by historic figures like Saint Theodore of Tarsus and Emperor Theodosius I.
TEODORO
MaleUnique Spanish given name derived from Latin "Theodoros," meaning "gift of God.
TEODULO
MaleRare Spanish name with Latin roots, meaning "slave of God," originally popular among medieval Spanish Christians as a devotion to God.
TEOFIL
MaleRare Greek name meaning 'lover of God' or 'friend of God', derived from the elements 'theos' (god) and 'philos' (loving/friend). It has historic biblical roots but gained popularity in medieval Europe as an alternative to Theodore or Philip. Today, it's mainly used in Poland as Teofil. Despite its rarity, it carries a powerful message of devotion to God.
TEOFILA
FemaleThe feminine name Teofila, derived from Greek 'theos' (god) and 'philia' (love), means 'loving God' and was popularized in Poland by Saint Teofila.
TEOFILO
MaleSpanish origin and means 'friend of God'.
TEOLA
FemaleAfrican name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'tortoise', symbolizing wisdom, strength, and resilience.
TEOMAN
MaleAncient Turkic male name that means "pure" or "clear.
TEON
FemaleUnique unisex name of Greek origin, meaning "divine" or "of the gods," derived from the Greek word "theos.
TEON
MaleGreek-derived name meaning 'divine' or 'godlike', with historical roots in ancient Greece and associations with deities like Apollo.
TEONA
FemaleGreek-origin name derived from "theos," meaning god, thus signifying "gift from God" or "divine gift.
TEONDRA
FemaleUnique, African-derived Yoruba name meaning 'female twin', reflecting the reverence for twins in this West African culture.
TEONDRE
MaleUnique African name of Malinke origin, meaning "leader" or "chief," traditionally bestowed upon boys expected to grow into influential figures.
TEONI
FemaleHawaiian name meaning 'quiet' or 'peaceful', reflecting the calmness and harmony valued in Hawaiian culture.