Tanja Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tanja has Slavic origins, derived from Tatiana, meaning 'fairy queen'. It evolved through various forms from ancient Roman culture. Tanja is perceived positively and is associated with creativity. It has no biblical relevance, and it became popular in the 20th century, especially in Slavic regions.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tanja"
Pronunciation
/ˈtæn.jə/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
The name Tanja is derived from the Slavic name Tatiana, which has roots in ancient Roman culture, specifically derived from the Roman family name 'Tatius'.
Meaning
fairy queen
Language Evolution
Tatiana, Tanja, Tanya
Historical Usage
Tanja gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Eastern Europe and among Slavic communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Tanya, Tania, Tanyusha
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tanja is seen as a charming and exotic name, often associated with creativity and warmth.
Famous People
Tanja Szewczenko, Tanja M. Karpinska, Tanja Boskovic
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Girl Name Trend
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✨ Tanja Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 153 peak births in 1970
Geographic Spread
Popular across 19 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tanja"
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 "Tanja"
"Tanja" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1855th of 12526 | 631 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1219th of 19264 | 1,506 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3972nd of 27321 | 384 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 17663rd of 35406 | 54 |
Regional Popularity of "Tanja" 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 "Tanja" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
70.41% 1568th/2227 |
79.47% 1931st/2430 |
52.58% 1500th/2853 |
61.12% 1696th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
40.62% 1193rd/2937 |
43.76% 1524th/3483 |
41.44% 1458th/3518 |
30.84% 1247th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
95.17% 3507th/3685 |
90.41% 4046th/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
74.56% 4710th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tanja"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tanja" 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 "Tanja" in the United States
The name Tanja is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West 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, Tanja has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. 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, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Tanja' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1855th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1219th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3972nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 17663rd out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Tanja' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.