Tamisha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtah-MEE-shah / təˈmiːʃəAfrican American; English
Meaning
African American: derived from Tamara; English: a combination of names
Historical & Cultural Background
Tamisha is a modern name that emerged in the United States, particularly within African American communities. It is often considered a blend of traditional names, reflecting a trend of creating unique names by combining elements from existing ones. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century and is associated with a sense of individuality and cultural identity.
Trend Summary
Tamisha 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 Tamisha was first seen in the United States in 1968. Tamisha has ranked as high as #960 nationally, which occurred in 1974, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Tamisha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tamisha (1997)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 32 |
| 1972 | 52 |
| 1973 | 60 |
| 1974 | 122 |
| 1975 | 88 |
| 1976 | 105 |
| 1977 | 112 |
| 1978 | 115 |
| 1979 | 89 |
| 1980 | 115 |
| 1981 | 85 |
| 1982 | 115 |
| 1983 | 104 |
| 1984 | 83 |
| 1985 | 74 |
| 1986 | 80 |
| 1987 | 73 |
| 1988 | 73 |
| 1989 | 80 |
| 1990 | 58 |
| 1991 | 65 |
| 1992 | 59 |
| 1993 | 42 |
| 1994 | 50 |
| 1995 | 41 |
| 1996 | 33 |
| 1997 | 32 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 22 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 7 |