Chaniqua Girl
Origin(s)
African American; English
Meaning
African American: a unique name; English: derived from the name 'Chanel'
Historical & Cultural Background
Chaniqua is a modern name that emerged in the United States, particularly within African American communities. It reflects a trend of creating unique names that blend cultural heritage with contemporary influences. The name is often associated with individuality and creativity. Its popularity rose in the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
Chaniqua saw a peak in popularity in the 1980s and 1990s but has since declined in usage.
Similar Names
Shanika, Tameka, Jasmine, Aaliyah, Nia, Kiana, Zaria, Mika, Tiana
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Chaniqua was first seen in the United States in 1975. Chaniqua has ranked as high as #1189 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has not reached a level of popularity in any states at this time. In the past 5 years the name Chaniqua has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Chaniqua (1990)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 24 |
| 1991 | 38 |
| 1992 | 28 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 10 |