Tanija
Tanija is a girl baby name. Ranked #27,592 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
Tanija first appeared in US Social Security records in 1992.
Over 315 babies have been named Tanija in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tanija is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #27,592 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #27,592
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Tanija
Tanija is a girl name .
Tanija is currently ranked #27,592 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Tanija include Tan, Tay, Tanie, and Taniie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Tanija include Tania, Taniyah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis