Tanith
Tanith is a girl name of Phoenician (Punic) origin, meaning “Name of the Carthaginian goddess Tanit”.
| Meaning | Name of the Carthaginian goddess Tanit |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Phoenician (Punic) |
| Pronunciation | TAN-ith |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Tanith
Tanith comes from Tanit, the chief goddess of ancient Carthage, whose triangular symbol appears on thousands of Punic stelae in North Africa. The meaning of her name itself is unknown. As a modern first name Tanith is a twentieth-century borrowing, popularised in Britain; the fantasy author Tanith Lee is the best-known bearer.
Is Tanith a religious name?
Tanith is drawn from an ancient pre-Christian goddess, but today it is used as a secular name with no living religious link.
How popular is Tanith?
Rare, heard occasionally in Britain and other English-speaking countries.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tanith mean?
Tanith means 'Name of the Carthaginian goddess Tanit'. It is of Phoenician (Punic) origin.
Does Tanith have a religious meaning?
Tanith is drawn from an ancient pre-Christian goddess, but today it is used as a secular name with no living religious link.
How do you pronounce Tanith?
Tanith is pronounced TAN-ith.
Is Tanith a boy or girl name?
Tanith is usually a girl name.