Breton boy name
Tanguy Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Tanguy means fire warrior. From the Breton tan (fire) and a second element often given as warrior or dog
Tanguy is a Breton name thought to join tan, meaning fire, with a second element sometimes interpreted as warrior. It was the name of a Breton saint and of several noblemen in medieval Brittany, and it is well known in France as the title of a 2001 comedy film. The variant Tanneguy was used in the Middle Ages. It is pronounced with the stress on the last syllable. The name has the strong, rugged feel of Brittany and is increasingly popular there again.
Variants of Tanguy
TanneguyTangi
Tanguy popularity: Ireland vs the US
Tanguy does not appear in the official Irish or US baby name rankings, which only list names given to a handful of babies a year. It is a rare choice in both countries.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tanguy mean?
Tanguy means "fire warrior". From the Breton tan (fire) and a second element often given as warrior or dog.
How do you pronounce Tanguy?
Tanguy is pronounced tahn-GEE.
What is the origin of Tanguy?
Tanguy is of Breton origin. From the Breton tan (fire) and a second element often given as warrior or dog.