Name Profile
Tanya
“Fairy queen” — Russian
GirlRussian2 syllablesCurrent rank #193 (1989)
About Tanya
Tanya is a captivating Russian girl's name that enchants with its whimsical meaning of "fairy queen." Bursting with vibrant energy and continental flair, it remains an accessible yet delightfully magical choice for a little girl.
Quick Facts
GenderGirl
OriginRussian
Syllables2
Nicknames for Tanya
NyaTanTany
Popularity in the U.S.
Tanya is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..
Tanya popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Tanya had 1,387 births in 1989.
View chart data
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1980 | 3,437 | #88 |
| 1981 | 3,408 | #92 |
| 1982 | 2,601 | #114 |
| 1983 | 2,227 | #134 |
| 1984 | 2,111 | #140 |
| 1985 | 2,113 | #139 |
| 1986 | 1,765 | #160 |
| 1987 | 1,750 | #156 |
| 1988 | 1,505 | #185 |
| 1989 | 1,387 | #193 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Tanya Rose
- Tanya Claire
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Tanya mean?
Tanya is commonly linked to the meaning Fairy queen and is associated with Russian roots.
Is Tanya a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Tanya is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..
What are common nicknames for Tanya?
Popular nicknames include Nya, Tan, Tany.