Tonja

Variation of Tanya

Tonja Origin and Meaning

The name Tonja is a girl's name.

Tonja is a feminine name that functions as a variant spelling of Tanya or Tonya, which originated as a Russian diminutive of Tatiana, meaning 'fairy queen' or 'from the family of Tatius.' This spelling with a 'j' instead of 'y' gives the name a slightly different visual identity while maintaining the same pronunciation. Tonja saw modest popularity in North America during the 1960s and 1970s but has since become less common. The name has a strong yet feminine quality with its clear 't' beginning and soft ending. Tonja carries a slightly Scandinavian or Eastern European feel through its spelling, appealing to parents with heritage connections or those seeking a familiar name with a distinctive spelling variation.

Tonja Rank in US Top 1000

# 918 in the US

Famous People Named Tonja

• Tonja Yvette Buford Bailey, American hurdler
• Tonja Annette Walker American actress; Miss Maryland USA 1980
• Tonja Marie Christensen American model