About Tannis
The surname Tannis is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name "MacTighernain," meaning "son of Tighearnan." Tighearnan is a personal name derived from the Gaelic word "tighearna," which translates to "lord" or "master." The surname Tannis therefore signifies a person who is the son of Tighearnan, indicating a familial connection to a lord or master.
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The surname Tannis is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Tannis based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Tannis in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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