Tameeka Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtah-MEE-kah / təˈmiːkəAfrican American; English
Meaning
African American: 'one who is loved'; English: 'tame, gentle'
Historical & Cultural Background
Tameeka is a modern name that emerged in the United States, particularly within African American communities. It reflects a trend of creating unique names by modifying existing ones or combining sounds. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, aligning with the rise of distinctive names in American culture. It is often associated with a sense of individuality and cultural identity.
Trend Summary
Tameeka has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly peaking in the 1980s and 1990s.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tameeka was first seen in the United States in 1969. Tameeka has ranked as high as #1053 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in New York, New Jersey, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and California. In the past 5 years the name Tameeka has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tameeka (1992)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 19 |
| 1972 | 27 |
| 1973 | 36 |
| 1974 | 38 |
| 1975 | 61 |
| 1976 | 60 |
| 1977 | 56 |
| 1978 | 50 |
| 1979 | 73 |
| 1980 | 55 |
| 1981 | 63 |
| 1982 | 58 |
| 1983 | 49 |
| 1984 | 45 |
| 1985 | 29 |
| 1986 | 37 |
| 1987 | 22 |
| 1988 | 24 |
| 1989 | 24 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1998 | 10 |