Tenaya
t(e)-na-ya
US Popularity:19427
Origin:Native American
Other Origin(s):Indian
Meaning:Our Father; Evening star; Daughter
Tenaya is a gender-neutral name of Hindi and Native American origins. In the Native American Mono and Paiute dialects, Tenaya is the name of a famous 19th-century Ahwahnechee chief and respected leader, as well as a title that means “Our Father.” An etymology like this reminds your little one that dreams become a reality through hard work, courage, and holding a clear vision. Tenaya may also have a home in the Miwok dialect, where it is thought to mean “evening star.” In Hindi, Tenaya stems from Tanaya, a feminine name meaning “daughter.” Regardless of your little one’s successes throughout life, with a name like this, baby Tenaya will know they’ll always be the apple of your eye.
Tenaya Name Popularity Data
U.S. Births
Overall:Tenaya is currently #19427 in U.S. births
Girl:Tenaya is currently #20182 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#20182
in 2022
- 4135
from 2021
Sources
Wisdom Library; Tanaya: 20 definitions, November 2022
Behind the Name, Tenaya (1)(2), January 2020
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