Tanja
Tanja is a girl baby name. Ranked #23,350 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
Tanja first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,570 babies have been named Tanja in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tanja is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #23,350 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #23,350
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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About the Name Tanja
Tanja is a girl name .
Tanja is currently ranked #23,350 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Tanja include Tan, Tay, and Tanie. 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