👦 Tanko — Name Meaning & Origin

Tanko

“Boy born after several girls”

Gender👦 Boy
OriginHausa
ReligionMuslim
Used inNigeria, Niger, Cameroon, Ghana, Chad
Numerology7 — thoughtful, wise and spiritual
Letters5 · starts with T
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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of the name Tanko?

Tanko means "Boy born after several girls" (Hausa origin).

Is Tanko a boy or girl name?

Tanko is a boy's name.

Which religion is the name Tanko from?

Tanko is used as a Muslim name in Nigeria, Niger, Cameroon, Ghana, Chad.

What is the lucky number for Tanko?

In Pythagorean numerology the name Tanko adds up to 7, linked with being thoughtful, wise and spiritual.

Name meanings come from the name's language of origin; many names carry more than one meaning in different languages and communities. Rashi and nakshatra follow the traditional first-syllable (Namakshar) method — for an exact rashi use the baby's birth chart.

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