Tanya

Female

Meaning

Russian diminutive of Tatiana. It began to be used in the English-speaking world during the 1930s.

Origin

Slavic

Pronunciation

/ˈtɑːnjə/

Traits associated with the name Tanya:

Dogs named Tanya tend to be brave, and loving. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and friendship.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Tanya?

Naming your dog Tanya suggests that you have a strong appreciation for classic, timeless names. It also suggests that you have a strong connection to the name and may have a personal connection to it.

Is Tanya a good dog name?

Tanya has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Tanya isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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Tanya is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Tanya was, in the past month, the 6459th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Tanya is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Tanya was viewed 18 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Tanya's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Tanya is most adored in Indiana, District of Columbia and California.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New York, Iowa and Oklahoma.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Tanya.

Tanya is found in these categories:

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It's associated with famous American singer-songwriter Tanya Tucker, known for her contributions to folk music.

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