Holding steady.
Popularity of Tanina since 1971
Babies named Tanina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 46 |
| 1980s | 62 |
| 1990s | 22 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tanina is a rare and melodious name of Italian origin, first recorded in the United States in 1971. Its peak year was 1972, when it was given to a single newborn, and it has remained exceedingly uncommon ever since. The name likely derives from Tanino, a diminutive of Italian names like Gaetano or Costantino, though some propose a link to the Arabic word for 'dragon.' Despite its obscurity, Tanina carries a lyrical, feminine quality that appeals to parents seeking an unusual name with Italian flair. With a stable trajectory and no recorded top states, it remains a hidden gem for those drawn to unique, culturally resonant names.
Tanina may be a feminine form of Tanino, an Italian diminutive of names such as Gaetano (from the Latin Caietanus, meaning 'from Gaeta') or Costantino (from the Latin Constantinus, meaning 'constant'). Alternatively, it could be a variant of the Arabic name Tanina, meaning 'dragon' or 'serpent', though this connection is speculative. The name is very rare in the United States, first recorded in 1971 with a single birth in 1972.
“Tanina” around the world
Where Tanina lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
15
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tani, Nina
Sibling names for Tanina
Names that share Tanina's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Giulia, Sofia, Alessandra, Chiara, Valentina
Brothers: Luca, Marco, Alessandro, Matteo, Andrea
