Of the sun; or a diminutive of names ending in -tinia
Tinia is primarily recognized as the name of the highest god in Etruscan mythology, associated with the sky and lightning. In modern usage, it often functions as a rare diminutive for names like Valentina or Bettinia, or as a creative variant of Tanya. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, modern feel while retaining ancient roots.
Less common today
Tinia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,235 in 1995.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
The supreme deity of the sky and lightning in Etruscan mythology Β· Etruscan Mythology