Taneisha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtah-NEE-shah / /təˈniːʃə/American; African American
Meaning
Derived from the name Tanisha, which means 'ambition' or 'born on Monday' in Swahili.
Historical & Cultural Background
Taneisha is a modern name that emerged in the United States, particularly within African American communities. It is often considered a variant of the name Tanisha, which gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name reflects a trend of creating unique names by combining familiar sounds and syllables. Taneisha is often associated with strength and individuality.
Trend Summary
Taneisha saw a rise in popularity in the 1980s and 1990s, reflecting broader naming trends in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tanisha
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Taneisha was first seen in the United States in 1971. Taneisha has ranked as high as #1114 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in New York, Florida, California, Illinois, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Taneisha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Taneisha (1996)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 20 |
| 1974 | 20 |
| 1975 | 28 |
| 1976 | 34 |
| 1977 | 42 |
| 1978 | 55 |
| 1979 | 60 |
| 1980 | 55 |
| 1981 | 78 |
| 1982 | 88 |
| 1983 | 86 |
| 1984 | 105 |
| 1985 | 110 |
| 1986 | 112 |
| 1987 | 104 |
| 1988 | 84 |
| 1989 | 110 |
| 1990 | 113 |
| 1991 | 110 |
| 1992 | 84 |
| 1993 | 70 |
| 1994 | 73 |
| 1995 | 64 |
| 1996 | 39 |
| 1997 | 39 |
| 1998 | 41 |
| 1999 | 37 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 6 |