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      Meaning of the first name
      Tana

      Origin 
      American

      Meaning 
      Short form of Montana

      Variations 
      Tanav, Tanay, Tanaya

      *Some content has been generated by an artificial intelligence language model, in combination with data sourced from Ancestry records and provided by BabyNames.com.
      The name Tana originated in America and is a short form of the name Montana. The name Montana itself derives from the Spanish word montaa, meaning mountain or mountainous region. It gained popularity as a given name in America during the early 20th century and eventually led to the creation of the abbreviated form, Tana.

      In history, the name Tana does not have a significant presence as it is a relatively modern creation. It emerged as a shorter and more informal alternative to the name Montana, which gained attention as a given name in the United States. It is primarily used as a feminine name, although it can be occasionally found as a masculine name as well.

      In modern-day usage, the name Tana continues to be primarily used in America. It is not as widely known or used as its longer form, Montana. However, it maintains a certain charm as a unique and distinctive name. While it may be less prevalent in mainstream usage, individuals named Tana often enjoy having a name that stands out and differentiates them from others. Whether it is used as a given name or as a nickname, Tana retains its connection to the American origin and its association with the versatile landscapes of the mountainous regions.
      Based on our records...
      This is the most common surname, spouse name and child name associated with Tana.
      Brown

      is the most common surname for Tana.

      Joseph

      is the most common spouse name for Tana.

      Barbara

      is the most common child name for Tana.

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