Tanji Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTAN-jee / tandʑiJapanese
Meaning
a combination of 'tan' (meaning 'short' or 'small') and 'ji' (meaning 'child' or 'second')
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tanji is of Japanese origin and is often used as a feminine name. In Japan, names are typically composed of kanji characters, each carrying specific meanings. Tanji can reflect qualities such as youthfulness or small stature. The name may also be influenced by cultural practices surrounding naming conventions in Japan.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tanji was first seen in the United States in 1960. Tanji has ranked as high as #1110 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Tanji has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tanji (1980)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 7 |