Tenaya
Meaning of Tenaya
Tenaya is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has its origins in Native American culture, specifically the Yosemite tribe. The pronunciation of Tenaya is teh-NAY-uh (/təˈneɪə/), which adds to its exotic charm. While there are no known variations of this name, it stands on its own with grace and elegance. In recent years, the popularity of Tenaya has been steadily increasing in the United States. It ranked 11th in 2021, with 8952 occurrences among newborn girls. This upward trend highlights the appeal and growing interest in this distinctive name. Consider choosing Tenaya for your little one if you're looking for a name with Native American roots that is both timeless and enchanting.
Pronunciation
Native American (Yosemite)
- Pronunced as teh-NAY-uh (/təˈneɪə/)
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Notable People Named Tenaya
| Tenaya Darlington is an American writer and associate professor at Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with expertise in food writing, fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, and journalism, and has authored six books. |
