Fairy queen or daughter of the sun
Tanaia is a modern variation likely derived from Tatiana or Tania, which traces back to the Roman name Tatius. It is also sometimes associated with Polynesian origins meaning 'daughter of the sun'. In the Russian tradition, it relates to the legendary King of the Sabines.
Less common today
Tanaia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #9,410 in 1997.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
