Tinsae
A boy's name with 10 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
If you're considering Tinsae, you're looking at a name that fewer than 10 families have ever chosen in the U.S. That kind of rarity is intentional — it signals that the name was chosen for its sound, its personal meaning, or a family connection rather than a trend.
The open, approachable ending gives Tinsae a direct, strong feel that works well in both playground and boardroom.
Tinsae is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Tinsae is a boy's baby name of Ethiopian and Amharic origin. In Amharic (the official language of Ethiopia), "tinsae" (ትንሳኤ) means "resurrection" — a deeply significant religious concept in Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity. The word is used in the Ethiopian church for Easter (Tinsae), the celebration of Christ's resurrection, making it a name of profound sacred meaning.
To name a son Tinsae is to tie his identity to the concept of rising again — of renewal, hope, and divine triumph over death. Ethiopia is one of the world's oldest Christian nations, with a liturgical tradition stretching back to the 4th century. Tinsae is a name that carries the full weight of that history. Rare outside Ethiopian communities, it is deeply meaningful within them.
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In the American context, Tinsae is a boy's name with a focused stretch of recorded use (2016–2017). American naming is uniquely syncretic — it borrows from dozens of traditions, invents freely, and recombines elements in ways that make strict etymological tracing difficult for many names.
With 10 total births, Tinsae exists at the edges of the American naming landscape — a name known primarily to the families who carry it, giving it an intensely personal character.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Tinsae has 2+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2016.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 10 | — |
The Story of Tinsae
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2016, Tinsae is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Tinsae are most likely born between 2016 and 2017.
How rare is Tinsae?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Tinsae is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2016, peaked in the 2010s with 10 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(2 years, 2016–2017)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 5 | #14067 |
| 2016 | 5 | #13997 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2016–2017