Tenille

At a Glance

Origin

Uncertain (possibly a respelling of the surname Tennille)

Gender

Girl

Pronunciation

tuh-NEELListen

Tenille is pronounced tuh-NEEL (IPA /təˈniːl/), and its exact origin isn't settled — it may be a respelling of the surname Tennille. You might have come across the claim that it means 'tender' or 'delicate,' but that doesn't check out: there's no lexical source for a French 'tender/delicate' meaning, so it reads as an invented gloss for a name that isn't otherwise attested.

Meaning & Origin of Tenille

Origin: uncertain (possibly a respelling of the surname Tennille).

A common claim: often interpreted as meaning 'tender' or 'delicate' Actually: No lexical source supports a French 'tender/delicate' meaning; this looks like an invented gloss for an unattested name.

How to Pronounce Tenille

Popularity of Tenille

Going back to 1975, Tenille's high point on the SSA charts was #1015 in 1976, when 124 girls were given the name; by 2024 it had dropped to #12014, with just 8 babies named Tenille that year.

Names Like Tenille

These names share Tenille’s style, era or origin.

• Alouette
• Amorette
• Amoura
• Antoinette
• Aubrielle
• Aveline

FAQ

What does the name Tenille mean?

often interpreted as meaning ‘tender’ or ‘delicate’ No lexical source supports a French ‘tender/delicate’ meaning; this looks like an invented gloss for an unattested name.

How do you pronounce Tenille?

Tenille is pronounced tuh-NEEL (IPA: /təˈniːl/).

Is Tenille a popular name right now?

Tenille peaked at #1015 in 1976 and is ranked #12014 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1975–2024.)

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