Meaning uncertain; possibly a modern elaboration of Tanya or Anne.
Taneka is a modern American name that likely emerged as a creative variant of Tanya, which is a Russian diminutive of Tatiana. It may also be influenced by the name Anne or the Japanese name Kaneka. It gained some popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s but remains a rare choice today.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Taneka in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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