Tanya

russianGirl★★★☆☆ Moderate

Origin and Meaning

The name Tanya is a girl's name of russian origin meaning “fairy queen”.

Tanya derives from the Russian diminutive of Tatiana, which has roots in Roman mythology with Tatianus, a family name. Over the years, Tanya has become internationally recognized, shedding its exclusively Slavic roots. It rose to popularity in the 20th century and has maintained a steady presence on the list of preferred names. The name conveys a sense of grace and charm. Common nicknames include Tan and Tani, and it's a versatile name with many forms and spellings worldwide.

At a Glance

Originrussian
GenderGirl
Meaningfairy queen
Popularity★★★☆☆ (6/10)
Syllables2
Starts withT
Stylesclassic, popular, feminine

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