Tosca
Meaning: From Tuscany — a name of beauty and strength
Origin: French
Gender: Girl
Rank in France: #2991
Total births: 373
History: Tosca carries a proud heritage in French history, evoking Edgar Degas' dancers. Popular across the medieval town of Rocamadour, it has been embraced by families who cherish Léa Seydoux's modern cinema. The name resonates with the spirit of the pétanque courts of Provence.
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| Current rank (2021) | #3160 |
| Babies named Tosca in 2021 | 7 |
| Total recorded in France | 319 |
| Peak year | 2006 (17 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #466 |
| Years in records | 1909–2021 (44 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 1690 spots |
Frequently asked about Tosca
What does the name Tosca mean?
Tosca means “From Tuscany — a name of beauty and strength” from French roots.
What is the origin of the name Tosca?
Tosca has French origin. The traditional meaning is “From Tuscany — a name of beauty and strength”.
How popular is Tosca in France?
Tosca ranked #3160 in France in 2021 — given to 7 babies that year.
When was Tosca most popular?
Tosca peaked in 2006 with 17 babies registered that year in France.
Is Tosca a boy or girl name?
Tosca is predominantly a girls' name in France — over 90% of Toscas in registered births are female.
Is the name Tosca rising or falling in popularity?
Tosca has risen 1690 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in France — from #4850 in 2016 to #3160 in 2021.
How long has Tosca been recorded in France?
Tosca appears in birth records in France across 44 years — from 1909 through 2021.