boy · Sanskrit

Tannis

/TA-nnis/

Meaning: Ambition

Tannis at a glance

Meaning
Ambition
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Gender
boy
Pronunciation
TA-nnis
Syllables
2
Popularity
uncommon
Variants & Spellings
Tanish, Tanysh, Taaneesh, Taannish, Tanys, Tanisi

Lucky details for Tannis

Number
2
Color
Pearl White
Stone
Moonstone
Flower
Jasmine
Day
Monday
Planet
Moon
Zodiac
Cancer
Metal
Silver

Tannis is a Sanskrit name meaning “ambition”. It is a spelling variant of Tanish and carries exactly the same meaning, with a softer, more modern look on paper. Parents choose Tannis for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with gentle, intuitive, deeply people-centred. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Tannis reduce to 2, a number linked with Moon and with people who are empathetic, diplomatic, a wonderful listener and peacemaker.

Numerology

Chaldean value 2 — Gentle, intuitive, deeply people-centred.

Personality

Gentle, intuitive, deeply people-centred

Positive Traits

Empathetic, diplomatic, a wonderful listener and peacemaker

Negative Traits

Sensitive to criticism and can take things to heart

Career Suggestions

Counselling, teaching, nursing, hospitality, the arts

Nicknames

Tani Tann Tany Tay

Middle Names

Sibling Names

Compatible Names

FAQs about the name Tannis

What does the name Tannis mean?

Tannis means “ambition” and comes from a Sanskrit root.

Is Tannis a boy or girl name?

Tannis is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Tannis?

Tannis is pronounced TA-nnis (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Tannis?

The lucky number for Tannis is 2, ruled by Moon.

What are good nicknames for Tannis?

Popular short forms include Tani, Tann, Tany, Tay.