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soh-FEE-uh
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Tatiana
GirlLatin, Russian· “uncertain; from the Roman name Tatius”
- Meaning
- uncertain; from the Roman name Tatius (origin disputed)
- Origin
- Latin, Russian
- Pronunciation
- tah-tee-AH-nuh
- Syllables
- 4
- US rank 2025
- #1,106
- US babies 2025
- 216
- Best rank
- #213 (1999)
- Peak year
- 1999
Meaning and origin of Tatiana
Tatiana is often said to mean “uncertain; from the Roman name Tatius”; the origin is uncertain, though it is usually linked to Latin and Russian roots.
Tatiana is the feminine form of Tatianus, a Roman name derived from Tatius, borne by Titus Tatius, the legendary Sabine king who shared rule of early Rome with Romulus. The meaning of Tatius is unknown. Saint Tatiana of Rome, an early martyr, is especially venerated in the Orthodox Church, and the name became a Russian classic as Tatyana. Alexander Pushkin's verse novel Eugene Onegin made its heroine Tatyana Larina one of the most beloved characters in Russian literature. Grand Duchess Tatiana, daughter of the last Russian tsar, is another well-known bearer. Tanya and Tania are traditional nicknames.
Popularity over time
Tatiana first appears in US Social Security records in 1915. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 40 different years, starting in 1981. Its best national rank was #213 in 1999, the same year it reached its highest count of 1,466 babies. In 2025, 216 babies were named Tatiana, and it ranked #1,106 nationally. That is 51% fewer than ten years earlier, so it is becoming less common.
Its national rank moved from #4,909 in 1920, #5,240 in 1950, #1,002 in 1980, #251 in 2000, #360 in 2010, and #1,106 in 2025. Of the 35,234 US girls named Tatiana since records began, 33% were born in the 1990s, its biggest decade. The 2000s come next, with 11,157 babies. Since 2010, 6,581 more have been named Tatiana.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Katelynn, Serena, Madeleine, Allyson, and Cierra.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Tatiana ranked highest in Virginia, Washington, and Maryland.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | #566 | 14 |
| Washington | #726 | 9 |
| Maryland | #833 | 6 |
| Florida | #861 | 19 |
| Massachusetts | #865 | 6 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Tatiana is usually pronounced tah-tee-AH-nuh, with four syllables. It has seven letters, starts with T and ends in “-na”.
Middle names for Tatiana
A few middle names that flow with Tatiana: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Tatiana
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tatiana mean?
Tatiana is often said to mean “uncertain; from the Roman name Tatius”; the origin is uncertain, though it is usually linked to Latin and Russian roots.
What is the origin of the name Tatiana?
Tatiana has Latin and Russian roots. Tatiana is the feminine form of Tatianus, a Roman name derived from Tatius, borne by Titus Tatius, the legendary Sabine king who shared rule of early Rome with Romulus.
Is Tatiana a popular name?
Not especially. Tatiana ranked #1,106 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Tatiana a boy or girl name?
Tatiana is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Tatiana?
Tatiana is usually pronounced tah-tee-AH-nuh. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings