Tanasia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tanasia is a modern English name that combines elements from other names and has a meaning related to being born on a Thursday. It emerged in the late 20th century, reflecting a trend towards unique names. The name has no biblical background and is considered fashionable and distinctive today.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tanasia"
Pronunciation
/təˈneɪʒə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Tanasia is a modern name that likely derives from the combination of elements from names such as Tanisha and Anastasia, with influences from the suffix -sia, which is common in many feminine names.
Meaning
born on a Thursday
Language Evolution
Tanisha, Anastasia, Tana
Historical Usage
The name Tanasia gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend towards unique and creative names.
Variants & Derivatives
Tanisha, Tana, Tanae
Modern Popularity & Image
Tanasia is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
📊 Tanasia Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 90 peak births in 2005
Geographic Spread
Popular across 12 US states, with strongest presence in New Jersey
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tanasia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Tanasia"
"Tanasia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4082nd of 27321 | 370 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3126th of 35406 | 798 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 15733rd of 30306 | 49 |
Regional Popularity of "Tanasia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Tanasia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
31.46% 1408th/4475 |
70.45% 3659th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
74.53% 3415th/4582 |
40.80% 2107th/5164 |
33.34% 2438th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tanasia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tanasia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Tanasia" in the United States
The name Tanasia is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Tanasia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Tanasia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4082nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3126th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15733rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Tanasia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.