Tania
Tania is a Muslim girl name of Russian, short form of Tatiana origin, meaning “Short form of Tatiana”.
| Meaning | Short form of Tatiana |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Russian, short form of Tatiana |
| Pronunciation | TAHN-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Russia, Pakistan, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Tania
Tania started life in Russia as an affectionate short form of Tatiana. That longer name goes back to Tatius, an ancient Latin family name, and was borne by an early Christian saint. Over the last century Tania became fashionable worldwide, Pakistan and Bangladesh included, where it is often said to mean 'princess' or 'fairy queen'. That meaning actually belongs to Titania, and Tania has no Arabic or Persian root.
Is Tania a Muslim name?
Tania is not one of the traditional Muslim names, even if a number of South Asian Muslim families have adopted it. For a similar sound with Arabic roots, Tahiya, Tasnim and Tahira are good options.
How popular is Tania?
It is used in Russia and Eastern Europe and as a modern choice in Pakistan and Bangladesh.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tania mean?
Tania means 'Short form of Tatiana'. It is of Russian, short form of Tatiana origin.
Is Tania a Muslim name?
Tania is not one of the traditional Muslim names, even if a number of South Asian Muslim families have adopted it. For a similar sound with Arabic roots, Tahiya, Tasnim and Tahira are good options.
How do you pronounce Tania?
Tania is pronounced TAHN-yah.
Is Tania a boy or girl name?
Tania is usually a girl name.