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Tanja

Name Origin

Tanja is a feminine given name of Slavic origin, primarily found in Croatian, Serbian, Slovenian, and Macedonian cultures. It is a short form of the longer name 'Tatiana,' which means 'fairy queen' or 'princess'.

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Famous People

Tanja Szewczenko (1978-)

Figure skater

  • Olympic bronze medalist (2002)
  • World champion (2003)

Tanja Frieden (1975-)

Snowboarder

  • Olympic gold medalist (2006)
  • World champion (2003, 2005)

Similar Names

TanyaTatyanaTatianaTatjanaTaisiya

Sibling Names

Lena

Both Tanja and Lena are of Slavic origin, sharing a similar style and feel.

Katarina

Both names have a classic, elegant sound and share roots in Eastern European cultures.

Nikolai

A strong and traditional name that complements Tanja's softer sound, suitable for a brother.