Talesha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtah-LEH-sha / təˈleɪʃəModern English; African American
Meaning
Modern blend of names; possibly derived from 'Talia' and 'Leah'
Historical & Cultural Background
Talesha is a contemporary name that emerged in the late 20th century. It is often associated with African American culture and reflects a trend of creating unique names by blending existing ones. The name has gained some popularity in the United States, particularly among parents seeking distinctive names for their daughters.
Trend Summary
Talesha has seen moderate popularity in the United States, particularly during the 1980s and 1990s.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Talesha was first seen in the United States in 1970. Talesha has ranked as high as #1156 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in North Carolina, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Talesha has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Talesha (1993)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 14 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 21 |
| 1978 | 20 |
| 1979 | 24 |
| 1980 | 18 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 28 |
| 1983 | 21 |
| 1984 | 26 |
| 1985 | 22 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 22 |
| 1988 | 29 |
| 1989 | 40 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 19 |
| 1992 | 31 |
| 1993 | 27 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 19 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 7 |