Tatanya Name Meaning

Tatanya is a variant spelling of the name Tatiana, which is of Roman origin. It’s derived from the Roman name Tatius. This name was associated with a noble Roman family and it gained popularity through St. Tatiana, a Christian martyr in the 3rd century.

The popularity of the name rapidly grew in the Eastern Europe, especially in Russia. The Orthodox Christianity keeps the memory of St. Tatiana in high esteem; there's even a day in January dedicated to her. This is why the name Tatiana, or Tatanya in its altered spelling, is popular among Russian-speaking countries.