Tiny

Diminutive of Christina et al

Tiny Origin and Meaning

The name Tiny is a girl's name.

Tiny is an endearing feminine name that originated as a diminutive nickname before occasionally being used as a given name. It directly references small stature or youthfulness, deriving from the English word meaning "very small." Historically, it often served as an affectionate nickname for Christina, Martina, or other names ending with "-tina." As a standalone first name, Tiny remains quite uncommon, sometimes chosen for its sweet simplicity and distinctive quality. The name peaked in limited usage during the early 20th century but never achieved mainstream popularity. Tiny conveys qualities of delicacy, charm, and uniqueness, though some may prefer it as a nickname rather than a legal name.

Tiny Rank in US Top 1000

# 967 in the US

Famous People Named Tiny

• Tameka "Tiny" Cottle American R&B singer of group Xscape
• Cecil Ralph "Tiny" Thompson Canadian male ice hockey player
• DeWayne Louis "Tiny" Lund American male NASCAR driver
• Tiny Tim stage name of Herbert Buckingham Khaury, American male pop singer

The name Tiny in Pop Culture

• Lady Tiny Lee character in “The Selection” Series by Kiera Cass
• Tiny Tim Cratchit male character in Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol"