Tatar

Okay, here is the English translation of the provided text, adhering to all your instructions: "Name Tatár is a rare yet profound masculine name that has recently solidified in Russian culture and language, though its roots trace back to ancient times. It originates from the ancient Hebrew word 'Tatar', meaning 'strong', 'robust', or 'reliable'. Literally translated from Hebrew, it sounds like 'крепыш' or 'крепкий', meaning 'robust' or 'strong fellow'. The name carries a connotation of protection and reliability. Historically, the name became widespread in Russia primarily after the XIII century Mongol-Tatar invasion. Precisely then, 'Tatars' became a symbol of fear and an external enemy for Russian lands. Paradoxically, in medieval Jewish tradition, the name 'Tatár' was given to boys as a weapon against enemies, wishing them to be strong and able to protect their families. The name was bestowed as a sign of protection, hope, and strength. In the XIX century, during the waves of Jewish emigration from Russia to Europe, the name 'Tatár' started being used to protect children from persecution because it sounded foreign to Russians. People with this name are often associated with willpower, reliability, a protective nature, and a desire to be a support for loved ones. They are perceived as solid, responsible, and sometimes even stern personalities. However, the name also carries a certain weight of historical associations, especially in other regions and countries. There are relatively few known bearers of the name Tatár in modern Russia, but there are several families with this surname, for example, the Tataryanovs. It is also worth mentioning the pseudonym Grigory Kvyatkovsky used – Tataryan – in his literary character. In the past, bearers of the name Tatár were less frequent. The popularity of the name Tatár is currently very low. It is mainly encountered in regions of Russia where Jews historically lived or other groups who adopted this name. In other CIS countries, the frequency of use is also small. Pronunciation of the name may be misunderstood or even provoke negative associations in some contexts due to historical references to the Mongol-Tatar period. Variants of spelling and pronunciation do not change significantly. Diminutives are: Tatara (Tatra), Tati, Tatiy. The name sounds firm, strong, and carries a historical and cultural weight."