Tameisha Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: tah-MEE-shah /tæˈmiːʃə/
Origin: American; African American
Meaning: Combination of names; possibly derived from Tamara and Aisha
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tameisha is a modern creation, believed to be a blend of the names Tamara and Aisha. Tamara has Hebrew origins, derived from the word "tamar," meaning "date palm." This name has been used in various cultures, including in the biblical context, where Tamar is a notable figure in the Old Testament.
Aisha, on the other hand, has Arabic roots, meaning "alive" or "living." It is famously associated with Aisha bint Abu Bakr, one of the wives of the Prophet Muhammad, who is a significant figure in Islamic history. The combination of these names reflects a fusion of cultural influences, particularly from Hebrew and Arabic traditions, which is characteristic of many contemporary names in English-speaking contexts.
The emergence of Tameisha can be traced to the late 20th century, a period marked by a rise in unique and blended names among African American communities in the United States. This trend often involved the combination of traditional names with modern or culturally significant elements, creating names that resonate with personal or familial identity.
Tameisha, as a name, encapsulates this cultural phenomenon, representing a blend of heritage and individuality. Culturally, Tameisha may evoke themes of strength and vitality, drawing from the meanings of its root names.
The association with Tamara suggests resilience, akin to the date palm, which is known for its ability to thrive in harsh conditions. Meanwhile, the connection to Aisha emphasizes life and vitality, reinforcing a sense of empowerment.
Such symbolic meanings contribute to the name's appeal and endurance in various communities, where names often carry significant personal and cultural narratives.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tameisha was first seen in the United States in 1973.
Tameisha has ranked as high as #1201 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in Texas, and Georgia.
In the past 5 years the name Tameisha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Tameisha is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Tameisha was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Tameisha (1984)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Tameisha.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1990 | 26 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1985 | 23 |
| 1984 | 25 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1981 | 18 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1979 | 19 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1973 | 6 |