Tanina
Fact sheet
- Name
- Tanina
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
Tanina is an African girl's name with Kabyle origins. The German translation of the name means 'the eagle female.'
What does the name Tanina mean?
Tanina is a girl's name of African origin that traces back to Kabylie. It is derived from the Kabyle word tanina (ⵜⴰⵏⵉⵏⴰ), which means 'female eagle.' In African mythology, Tanina is often associated with a mystical bird. An alternative spelling is Thanina, while Tanino exists as a male variant.
Where does the name Tanina come from?
The name Tanina has its roots in the Kabyle linguistic area and means 'the eagle female.' The etymology can be traced back to the Kabyle word tanina (ⵜⴰⵏⵉⵏⴰ), which means 'female eagle.' The name is common in the African Kabyle language.
How do you pronounce Tanina?
Tanina is pronounced approximately like 'Ta-nee-na.'
Popularity
In Germany, Tanina is a relatively common first name. In 2020, it ranked 2,824th on the list of the most popular female baby names. Over the last ten years, the name has been given around 20 times, placing it 6,729th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 8,112th. In a global comparison, it shows a similar distribution.
Nicknames & pet names
Nina / Tani
Similar first names
Tanino
Famous people
- Tanina Rottmann (presenter at Radio Gütersloh)
Frequently asked questions about the name Tanina
Where does the name Tanina come from?
Tanina has its roots in the Kabyle linguistic area in North Africa, particularly in Kabylie.
What does the name Tanina mean?
The name Tanina means 'female eagle' and is derived from the Kabyle word tanina (ⵜⴰⵏⵉⵏⴰ).
How popular is the name Tanina?
Tanina is a rather rare name, especially appreciated in regions with Kabyle roots.