UK girl's name
Natasia
A feminine name of Greek origin meaning "born at Christmas".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1997. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Natasia is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Natasia popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1997 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3824, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 5 births.
This profile covers 8 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 1996 to 1997. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 8 living people in the UK are called Natasia. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 1998 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Natasia ranked #3824 for girls in England and Wales in 1997, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 5 girls were registered as Natasia.
- • About 8 living people in the UK are estimated to have Natasia as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3824
1997
Births in 1997
3
Latest year
Peak year
1996
5 births
Estimated living
8
2026
Meaning
What does Natasia mean?
The name Natasia has its roots in ancient Greek and Russian cultures. It is derived from the Greek name Natalia, which means "Christmas Day" or "birthday." The name gained popularity in Russia and other Slavic countries during the Byzantine era.
Natasia is a variant spelling of the Russian name Natalya, which was often used as a diminutive form of Natalia. The name was particularly common among Russian nobility and aristocracy during the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Natasia can be found in the 16th-century Russian epic poem "The Tale of Igor's Campaign." The poem mentions a character named Natasia, who is believed to be a reference to a historical figure from that time.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Natasia. One of the most famous was Natasia Dolgorukova (1714-1771), a Russian princess and courtier who was known for her beauty and intelligence. She was a influential figure in the court of Empress Elizabeth Petrovna.
Another prominent Natasia was Natasia Pushkina (1812-1863), the wife of the renowned Russian poet Alexander Pushkin. She was a notable figure in her own right and played an important role in preserving her husband's literary legacy.
In the field of opera, Natasia Arkhipova (1923-2010) was a celebrated Russian mezzo-soprano who performed on the world's most prestigious stages. She was particularly renowned for her interpretations of Russian opera roles.
Natasia Makarova (born 1940) is a Russian prima ballerina who defected to the United States in 1970. She was one of the most celebrated dancers of her time and was known for her virtuosic technique and expressive performances.
Natasia Somova (1880-1962) was a Russian artist and illustrator who was part of the avant-garde movement in the early 20th century. Her work was heavily influenced by Russian folk art and fairy tales.
While the name Natasia has its roots in ancient Greek and Russian cultures, it has since spread to other parts of the world and has been adopted by various ethnic groups and nationalities.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Natasia over time
The chart below shows babies named Natasia registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 1997. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Natasia, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 1997, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Natasia by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Natasia was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | #3254 | 8 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Natasia
- Niamh 20,347
- Nicole 19,687
- Natasha 15,578
- Nancy 12,607
- Naomi 12,199
- Natalie 10,885
- Nevaeh 7,869
- Nina 7,285
- Neve 7,180
- Natalia 7,099
- Nadia 6,032
- Nicola 4,927
FAQ
Natasia: questions and answers
How popular is the name Natasia in the UK right now?
In 1997, Natasia was ranked #3824 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Natasia most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 5 babies registered as Natasia in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Natasia?
A feminine name of Greek origin meaning "born at Christmas".
How many people are called Natasia in the UK?
A total of 8 babies have been registered as Natasia across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.