Tahnee is a distinctive, melodic female given name of Polynesian origin, particularly from the Maori culture of New Zealand. It is derived from the Maori word 'tāhuri', which means 'to turn' or 'return'. This beautiful name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century, often used as an alternative to more traditional names. The unique pronunciation of Tahnee (/tɑːˈniː/), with its musical rhythm and stress on the second syllable, contributes to its charm and appeal.
"Tahnee's popularity as a baby name peaked around the late 1980s, with a significant rise to 83 births in 1985 and remaining high until 1988 with 75 births. However, it gradually decreased thereafter, reaching a low of 5 births in 2004 and only 7 births in 2009."