Tatjana
Tatjana is a Christian girl name of Latin, via Slavic origin, meaning “From the Roman family name Tatius”.
| Meaning | From the Roman family name Tatius |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin, via Slavic |
| Written as | Татјана |
| Pronunciation | TAHT-yah-nah |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Serbia, Croatia, Slovenia, Germany |
Meaning and origin of Tatjana
Tatjana is the South Slavic and German spelling of Tatiana, which comes from the Roman family name Tatius, borne by the legendary Sabine king Titus Tatius. The meaning of Tatius itself is unknown, so the older gloss 'father' is a folk guess. The name became beloved in Russia, where Pushkin's heroine Tatyana Larina in Eugene Onegin gave it a literary glow. From Russia it spread across the Slavic world and into German- and Baltic-speaking countries.
Is Tatjana a Christian name?
Saint Tatiana of Rome, an early martyr, is honoured by the Orthodox Church on 25 January, a date celebrated in Russia as Tatiana Day, the students' holiday.
How popular is Tatjana?
Well known across Eastern and Central Europe; Tatiana is the more common spelling internationally.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tatjana mean?
Tatjana means 'From the Roman family name Tatius'. It is of Latin, via Slavic origin.
Is Tatjana a Christian name?
Saint Tatiana of Rome, an early martyr, is honoured by the Orthodox Church on 25 January, a date celebrated in Russia as Tatiana Day, the students' holiday.
How do you pronounce Tatjana?
Tatjana is pronounced TAHT-yah-nah.
Is Tatjana a boy or girl name?
Tatjana is usually a girl name.