The name Tunisia is of Latin origin and means "from Tunisia." It is derived from the ancient Roman province of Africa Proconsularis, which was later known as Tunisia. The name has been used as a given name in various cultures over time.
Tunisia itself is a country located in North Africa, bordered by Algeria to the west and southwest, Libya to the southeast, and the Mediterranean Sea to the north and east. It is named after its capital city, Tunis.
The use of Tunisia as a given name may have started among people with ties to the region or those interested in its history and culture. Today, it is used worldwide as both a male and female given name. However, it remains relatively uncommon outside of regions directly influenced by North African cultures.
In some cases, Tunisia may be used as a middle name or as part of a composite name, such as Tunisiana or Tunisiani. It can also be shortened to Tunia for females or Tunisie for males in some languages like French.
Overall, the name Tunisia carries historical and geographical significance while also being a unique choice for parents looking for a distinctive given name for their child.
The given statistics show the annual number of births with the name Tunisia in the United States from 1943 to 1996. Over this period, there was a significant increase in the popularity of the name during the late 1960s and early 1970s.
In 1943, only 8 babies were named Tunisia, but by 1972, this number had peaked at 34 births. This trend continued until 1975 when there were 35 births, after which the popularity of the name began to decline steadily.
From 1976 onwards, the number of babies named Tunisia dropped significantly, with only 29 births recorded that year. This downward trend continued into the 1980s and 1990s, with the highest number of births being 28 in 1983, and the lowest being just 6 in 1995.
Overall, there were a total of 596 babies named Tunisia born in the United States between 1943 and 1996. While this name was popular for a brief period, its popularity has since waned over time.