Follower of Christ or heavenly
Tiani is often considered a modern diminutive or variation of Christiana or Tatiana. In some contexts, it is associated with the Polynesian word for 'flower' or 'heavenly blossom,' though its usage in the US is primarily as a creative, rhythmic modern invention.
Less common today
Tiani isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,270 in 1995.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American actress known for roles in the 1990s
