Tanna

Meaning of Tanna

Tanna is a female name with American English pronunciation pronounced as TAN-uh (/ˈtænə/). It is also sometimes spelled as Tana. The origin of the name is uncertain, but it is believed to have several different associations. In some cultures, Tanna is thought to be derived from the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning "grace" or "favor." In other cultures, Tanna is associated with the Sanskrit word "tan," which means "body" or "essence." The name Tanna has been given to girls in the United States since at least the 1940s. While it hasn't been consistently popular over the years, it has maintained a steady presence on baby name charts.

Pronunciation

American English

  • Pronunced as TAN-uh (/ˈtænə/)

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Notable People Named Tanna

Tanna Marie Frederick is an American stage and independent film actress known for her role in Henry Jaglom's Hollywood Dreams and her Best Actress Award at the 2008 Fargo Film Festival.
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