Tonya Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTON-yah / /ˈtɒn.jə/Slavic; English
Meaning
Slavic: 'fairy queen'; English: diminutive of Antonia
Historical & Cultural Background
Tonya is often considered a diminutive form of the name Antonia, which has Latin roots. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 20th century. The name has Slavic origins, where it is used as a standalone name. It is commonly associated with various cultural representations in literature and media.
Trend Summary
Tonya experienced a peak in popularity in the 1970s and 1980s in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tonia
- Toni
International Variants
- Tanja (German)
- Tonia (Italian)
- Tonja (Scandinavian)
Famous people named Tonya
Tonya Harding is a former American figure skater and Olympic medalist known for her controversial career.
Tonya Pinkins is an American actress and singer recognized for her work in theater and television.
Tonya Lewis Lee is an American producer and author, known for her contributions to children's literature.
Tonya Kappes is an American author known for her cozy mystery novels.
Fictional characters named Tonya
Tonya is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', known for her adventurous spirit.
Tonya is a supporting character in the novel 'The Last Song' by Nicholas Sparks, representing themes of family and growth.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tonya was first seen in the United States in 1923. Tonya has ranked as high as #79 nationally, which occurred in 1972, and has been most popular in Ohio, North Carolina, Texas, Georgia, and California. In the past 5 years the name Tonya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tonya (2011)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 10 |
| 1936 | 23 |
| 1937 | 21 |
| 1938 | 23 |
| 1939 | 20 |
| 1940 | 35 |
| 1941 | 31 |
| 1942 | 75 |
| 1943 | 67 |
| 1944 | 92 |
| 1945 | 101 |
| 1946 | 119 |
| 1947 | 152 |
| 1948 | 139 |
| 1949 | 134 |
| 1950 | 153 |
| 1951 | 205 |
| 1952 | 240 |
| 1953 | 294 |
| 1954 | 353 |
| 1955 | 402 |
| 1956 | 566 |
| 1957 | 645 |
| 1958 | 764 |
| 1959 | 1,073 |
| 1960 | 1,327 |
| 1961 | 1,840 |
| 1962 | 2,246 |
| 1963 | 2,368 |
| 1964 | 2,699 |
| 1965 | 2,968 |
| 1966 | 3,629 |
| 1967 | 5,164 |
| 1968 | 5,661 |
| 1969 | 6,169 |
| 1970 | 7,140 |
| 1971 | 6,897 |
| 1972 | 7,243 |
| 1973 | 7,185 |
| 1974 | 6,877 |
| 1975 | 5,897 |
| 1976 | 4,965 |
| 1977 | 4,264 |
| 1978 | 3,826 |
| 1979 | 3,495 |
| 1980 | 3,081 |
| 1981 | 2,755 |
| 1982 | 2,379 |
| 1983 | 1,956 |
| 1984 | 1,855 |
| 1985 | 1,642 |
| 1986 | 1,298 |
| 1987 | 1,189 |
| 1988 | 1,003 |
| 1989 | 830 |
| 1990 | 725 |
| 1991 | 590 |
| 1992 | 542 |
| 1993 | 432 |
| 1994 | 373 |
| 1995 | 273 |
| 1996 | 219 |
| 1997 | 222 |
| 1998 | 141 |
| 1999 | 147 |
| 2000 | 138 |
| 2001 | 103 |
| 2002 | 88 |
| 2003 | 100 |
| 2004 | 67 |
| 2005 | 77 |
| 2006 | 45 |
| 2007 | 55 |
| 2008 | 58 |
| 2009 | 44 |
| 2010 | 49 |
| 2011 | 40 |
| 2012 | 34 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 29 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 23 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 18 |