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Origin: Russian

Meaning: Honorable; Fairy queen

Tanyia is a feminine name that acts as a twist on the classic Tanya and a short version of the Russian Tatiana. While the meaning of Tatiana is uncertain, it may come from the Latin titles Tatius and Titius, meaning “honorable.” This can be a great way to encourage baby’s honest, noble demeanor from the very start. Tanyia may also come from the name Titania, connecting baby to the queen of the fairies and character in Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Whether you want to celebrate baby’s mystical side or help them appreciate classic lit, Tanyia can make for a great choice.