Tangerine Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Tangerine

"From, or pertaining to Tangier."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 1972 👥 39 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
From, or pertaining to Tangier.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
39
Life Path
Number 3

📖 What Does Tangerine Mean?

The tangerine is a type of citrus fruit that is orange in colour, that is considered either a variety of the mandarin orange, or a closely related species, under the name Citrus tangerina, or yet as a hybrid of mandarin orange varieties, with some pomelo contribution.

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The tangerine is a type of citrus fruit that is orange in colour, that is considered either a variety of the mandarin orange, or a closely related species, under the name Citrus tangerina, or yet as a hybrid of mandarin orange varieties, with some pomelo contribution.

Root Element
Tangerine
Core Meaning
"From, or pertaining to Tangier."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Tangerine

T 2
A 1
N 5
G 7
E 5
R 9
I 9
N 5
E 5
SUM 3
3
Life Path
Creativity & Expression
2
Soul Urge
Harmony & Diplomacy
1
Personality
Independence & Leadership

Life Path 3 — Creativity & Expression: Charismatic, artistic, and highly communicative.

📊 Tangerine in Numbers

39 US bearers
1972 Peak year
Predominantly Female Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Tangerine" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "From, or pertaining to Tangier.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~39 people named Tangerine in the US. Peaked in 1972 with 9 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Tangerine?

The Life Path number for Tangerine is 3, associated with Creativity & Expression. Soul Urge: 2. Personality: 1.

Is Tangerine a boy or girl name?

Tangerine is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Tangerine in the US?

Approximately 39 people in the United States are named Tangerine. The name peaked in 1972 with 9 recorded uses.

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