Tania Girl
Origin(s)
Slavic; Latin; Greek
Meaning
Slavic: fairy queen; Latin: from Tania, diminutive of Tatiana; Greek: follower of St. Tatiana
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tania is often considered a diminutive of Tatiana, which has roots in ancient Rome. Tatiana was popularized by the early Christian martyr St. Tatiana. In Slavic cultures, Tania is frequently used as an independent name, embodying a sense of charm and femininity. The name has gained popularity in various countries, particularly in Eastern Europe.
Trend Summary
Tania has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Tara, Tessa, Talia, Tina, Tamara
Variants
- Tanya
- Tani
International Variants
- Tania (Spanish)
- Tanya (Russian)
- Tatiana (Italian)
- Tanja (Dutch)
Famous people named Tania
Tania Bruguera is a Cuban performance artist known for her politically charged works.
Tania Raymonde is an American actress recognized for her role in the television series 'Lost'.
Tania Mallet was an English model and actress, famous for her role in the James Bond film 'Goldfinger'.
Tania Libertad is a Peruvian singer celebrated for her contributions to Latin American music.
Fictional characters named Tania
Tania is a character in the video game 'The Witcher', known for her involvement in the storyline.
Tania is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', often depicted as a friend of the main characters.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tania was first seen in the United States in 1918. Tania has ranked as high as #580 nationally which occurred in 1993 and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, North Carolina, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Tania has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tania (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 17 | |
| CA | 14 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| NC | 6 | |
| NY | 5 | |
| TN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 14 |
| 1936 | 10 |
| 1937 | 17 |
| 1938 | 12 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 12 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 16 |
| 1944 | 24 |
| 1945 | 19 |
| 1946 | 24 |
| 1947 | 43 |
| 1948 | 42 |
| 1949 | 32 |
| 1950 | 46 |
| 1951 | 36 |
| 1952 | 43 |
| 1953 | 45 |
| 1954 | 48 |
| 1955 | 54 |
| 1956 | 55 |
| 1957 | 75 |
| 1958 | 68 |
| 1959 | 106 |
| 1960 | 130 |
| 1961 | 172 |
| 1962 | 219 |
| 1963 | 223 |
| 1964 | 214 |
| 1965 | 263 |
| 1966 | 314 |
| 1967 | 376 |
| 1968 | 450 |
| 1969 | 503 |
| 1970 | 511 |
| 1971 | 529 |
| 1972 | 568 |
| 1973 | 522 |
| 1974 | 674 |
| 1975 | 699 |
| 1976 | 732 |
| 1977 | 615 |
| 1978 | 515 |
| 1979 | 567 |
| 1980 | 501 |
| 1981 | 485 |
| 1982 | 400 |
| 1983 | 392 |
| 1984 | 396 |
| 1985 | 400 |
| 1986 | 410 |
| 1987 | 417 |
| 1988 | 421 |
| 1989 | 426 |
| 1990 | 498 |
| 1991 | 579 |
| 1992 | 674 |
| 1993 | 846 |
| 1994 | 697 |
| 1995 | 542 |
| 1996 | 600 |
| 1997 | 524 |
| 1998 | 582 |
| 1999 | 577 |
| 2000 | 605 |
| 2001 | 642 |
| 2002 | 702 |
| 2003 | 716 |
| 2004 | 636 |
| 2005 | 645 |
| 2006 | 718 |
| 2007 | 609 |
| 2008 | 504 |
| 2009 | 402 |
| 2010 | 300 |
| 2011 | 243 |
| 2012 | 237 |
| 2013 | 195 |
| 2014 | 192 |
| 2015 | 155 |
| 2016 | 153 |
| 2017 | 187 |
| 2018 | 160 |
| 2019 | 142 |
| 2020 | 131 |
| 2021 | 105 |
| 2022 | 117 |
| 2023 | 125 |
| 2024 | 103 |