Tangerine fruit or from the city of Tangier
A playful diminutive likely derived from the tangerine fruit, which itself is named after the Moroccan city of Tangier. It emerged in the mid-20th century as a rare, fruity nickname-style name.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Tangie in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American film and television actress
