Tasia
Meaning of Tasia
The feminine given name Tasia, pronounced TAY-zhuh (/ˈteɪʒə/), is etymologically derived as a diminutive of the Greek name Anastasia, itself rooted in the ancient Greek term anastasis, signifying “resurrection,” and has historically served as a concise appellation imbued with religio-cultural significance. Within Anglo-American naming conventions, Tasia has exhibited sporadic usage throughout the twentieth and early twenty-first centuries, peaking in 1985 at rank 487 in the United States before experiencing a gradual decline to rank 940 in 2024 with ten recorded occurrences, thereby illustrating its sustained though modest presence. Its semantic resonance encompasses themes of renewal and spiritual continuity, while its phonological composition—characterised by an initial voiceless alveolar plosive, a mid-front tense vowel, and a voiced postalveolar fricative terminating in a schwa—contributes to its distinct yet accessible acoustic profile in English-language contexts. Associations with Eastern Orthodox tradition and occasional literary references have further reinforced its emblematic stature, particularly within diasporic communities, even as it remains relatively uncommon among general U.S. birth cohorts. As an analytical exemplar of classical derivation intersecting with contemporary naming trends, Tasia underscores the capacity of diminutive forms to endure across temporal and cultural transitions without attaining widespread ubiquity.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as TAY-zhuh (/ˈteɪʒə/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Tasia
| Tasia Valenza - |
| Tasia Zalar - |
