Find out how popular the first name Tanina has been for the last 23 years (from 1974 to 1996) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Tanina by gender

Based on the last 23 years of data, Tanina is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1996, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Tanina.

The history of the first name Tanina

The name Tanina is believed to have its origins in the Sanskrit language of ancient India, dating back to around the 5th century BCE. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "tanaya," meaning "daughter" or "offspring." This suggests that Tanina was originally a feminine name given to girls in Hindu cultures.

In ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, such as the Vedas and Puranas, there are references to various female characters and deities with names similar to Tanina, such as Tanaya and Tanayu. However, the specific name Tanina itself is not found in these early texts, indicating that it may have emerged as a variation or diminutive form of the original Sanskrit root later on.

The earliest recorded examples of the name Tanina can be traced back to the medieval period in South Asia, particularly in regions such as present-day India and Bangladesh. During this time, the name was commonly used among Hindu and Buddhist communities.

One of the earliest known historical figures to bear the name Tanina was a 12th-century Hindu poet and philosopher from the Vijayanagara Empire in modern-day South India. She is renowned for her works on devotional poetry and mystic philosophy.

Another notable figure named Tanina was a 16th-century Buddhist nun and scholar from the Pala Empire in present-day Bengal region. She was highly respected for her contributions to the study and preservation of Buddhist texts and teachings.

In the 18th century, there was a Tanina who was a renowned classical dancer and performer in the court of the Maratha Empire in Western India. She was praised for her grace and mastery of various traditional dance forms.

During the 19th century, a Tanina rose to prominence as a social reformer and advocate for women's education in the Bengal region of British India. She established several schools for girls and worked tirelessly to promote literacy and empowerment among women.

In more recent times, Tanina Pradhan was a 20th-century Nepali novelist and writer renowned for her works exploring themes of gender, identity, and social issues. Her novels and short stories have been widely acclaimed and translated into several languages.

Data source

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