Tennessee
GirlTennessee is a girl's name of Native American origin meaning "From the Tanasi people and river, likely meaning meeting place.". It is pronounced ten-uh-SEE. Today it is a rare name (popularity 38/100) and rising.
Native American origin · /ten-uh-SEE/ · exotic
Meaning: From the Tanasi people and river, likely meaning meeting place.
Insights
Most popular in the 2010s.
Today, Tennessee is a rare name (popularity 38/100).
It has been climbing in popularity in recent years.
Frequently asked questions about Tennessee
What does Tennessee mean?
Tennessee means "From the Tanasi people and river, likely meaning meeting place.". It is of Native American origin.
Is Tennessee a boy or girl name?
Tennessee is traditionally a girl's name.
How popular is Tennessee?
Tennessee is a rare name, with a popularity score of 38/100. It was most popular in the 2010s.
How is Tennessee pronounced?
Tennessee is pronounced ten-uh-SEE.
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