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Tenille

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Pronounced tuh-NEEL /təˈniːl/Medium

Meaning: Tenille is a spelling of Tennille, a modern name popularized by singer Toni Tennille; its ultimate origin is uncertain, sometimes linked to a surname. The route is uncertain, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A smooth retro name: Tenille is a form of Tennille (said 'tuh-NEEL'). Routes are uncertain, which we note.
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Origin LowEnglish
MeaningTenille is a spelling of Tennille, a modern name popularized by singer Toni Tennille; its ultimate origin is uncertain, sometimes linked to a surname. The route is uncertain, which we note.
U.S. rank (2024)#12014 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births8 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1976
Total births (all-time)≈ 998

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 197619752024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

The girl's name Tenille is a spelling of Tennille, popularized in the 1970s by singer Toni Tennille. Its ultimate root is uncertain, which we note. In the U.S. it is rare today and reads as smooth and retro (said 'tuh-NEEL').

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S. now. Rare, smooth, and retro.

Did you know? Tenille rose to notice through singer Toni Tennille of Captain and Tennille — its deeper origin is uncertain, which we note (said 'tuh-NEEL').
Overall data confidence 34%
References — Tenille — form of Tennille; root uncertain

Variations

TennilleTenileTanille

Nicknames

NellNilly

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Tenille mean?

Tenille is a form of Tennille, popularized by singer Toni Tennille; its root is uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Tenille?

It's said tuh-NEEL /təˈniːl/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Tenille a boy or girl name?

Tenille is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Tenille?

Tenille is a rare name for girls in the U.S.

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