Tanganika
Tanganika is a girl baby name. Ranked #34,657 in the US, popular nicknames include Tan, Tay, and Tanie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Tanganika first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 61 babies have been named Tanganika in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tanganika is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #34,657 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #34,657
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 4-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 4-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 4-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 4-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 4-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 4-1 syllable flow
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About the Name Tanganika
Tanganika is a girl name .
Tanganika is currently ranked #34,657 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Tanganika include Tan, Tay, Tanie, and Tangie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis