Tenecia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationteh-NEE-sha / tɛˈniːʃəModern; American
Meaning
Derived from the name Tenisha, possibly meaning 'fire' or 'to shine'.
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tenecia is a modern name that emerged in the United States. It is often considered a variation of Tenisha, which gained popularity in the late 20th century. Names like Tenecia reflect a trend towards unique and creative spellings of traditional names. The name is predominantly used for girls and has a contemporary feel.
Trend Summary
The name Tenecia has seen limited popularity in the United States, reflecting a niche appeal.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tenecia was first seen in the United States in 1970. Tenecia has ranked as high as #1094 nationally, which occurred in 1983, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Tenecia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tenecia (1984)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 20 |
| 1983 | 22 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 6 |