Tanuja
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Tanuja first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 5 babies have been named Tanuja in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tanuja is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #47,282 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #47,282
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Tanuja
Tanuja is a girl name .
Tanuja is currently ranked #47,282 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Tanuja include Tan, Tanu, Tanuy, Tanuie, Tay, Taie, and Tankins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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