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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Pet form of Natalia, born on Christmas day
- Origin
- Russian (from Natalia)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- nuh-TASH-ah
Natasha is a Russian pet form of Natalia, a name that means "born on Christmas day." It's pronounced nuh-TASH-ah, and it has a worldly, classic feel that suits a parent who wants something familiar but not ordinary.
Meaning & Origin of Natasha
Meaning: Pet form of Natalia, born on Christmas day.
Origin: Russian (from Natalia).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Natasha
nuh-TASH-ahIPA /nəˈtæʃə/
Popularity of Natasha
Natasha peaked at #70 in 1986, when 3,872 girls were given the name. By 2024 it had settled at #933, with 283 girls receiving it that year.
Names Like Natasha
These names share Natasha’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Natasha mean?
Pet form of Natalia, born on Christmas day. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Natasha?
Natasha is pronounced nuh-TASH-ah (IPA: /nəˈtæʃə/).
Is Natasha a popular name right now?
Natasha peaked at #70 in 1986 and is ranked #933 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1934–2024.)
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