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BoyPronounced American English /ˈtaɪ.ɡəɹ/; British English /ˈtaɪ.ɡə/

Tiger

This name comes from the name of the large striped cat, derived from Greek τίγρις, ultimately of Iranian origin.

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Tiger is a boy name.

Pronunciation: American English /ˈtaɪ.ɡəɹ/; British English /ˈtaɪ.ɡə/.

GenderBoy
PronunciationAmerican English /ˈtaɪ.ɡəɹ/; British English /ˈtaɪ.ɡə/

Meaning and history

This name comes from the name of the large striped cat, derived (via Old French and Latin) from Greek τίγρις (tigris), ultimately of Iranian origin. A famous bearer is American golfer Tiger Woods (1975-).

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Usage: english

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