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Tana Family History

Tana Surname Meaning

Italian: probably of multiple origin from the female personal name Tana a short form of Gaetana (see Gaetano).

Alternatively, it may originate from a topographic name derived from tana ‘lair’.

This etymology of 'tana' is of uncertain origin.

Hence, the name may have diverse roots that reflect different influences.

Overall, the naming conventions show a blend of personal and geographical elements.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Tana family from?

You can see how Tana families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Tana family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Canada between 1840 and 1920. The most Tana families were found in USA in 1920. In 1911 there were 2 Tana families living in Northwest Territories. This was about 50% of all the recorded Tana's in Canada. Northwest Territories had the highest population of Tana families in 1911.
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What did your Tana ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer and Teacher were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Tana. 34% of Tana men worked as a Laborer and 60% of Tana women worked as a Teacher. Some less common occupations for Americans named Tana were Truck Driver and Bookkeeper.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    34%
  • Presser
    23%
  • Miner
    23%
  • Truck Driver
    23%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Teacher
    60%
  • Bookkeeper
    40%

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Census Records

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Passenger Lists

There are 522 immigration records available for the last name Tana. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in Canada, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 1,000 military records available for the last name Tana. For the veterans among your Tana ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Tana lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2003, in the United States, Tana life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1990, and highest in 1976. The average life expectancy for Tana in 1966 was 72, and 67 in 2003.

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