Tenisha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationteh-NEE-sha / təˈniːʃəAfrican American; English
Meaning
Derived from the name 'Tina' combined with the prefix 'Ten-'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tenisha is often associated with African American culture, particularly in the United States. It emerged in the late 20th century as part of a trend of creating unique names by blending sounds and syllables. The name reflects a broader movement towards individuality in naming practices during this time. It is often seen as a modern name with roots in traditional names.
Trend Summary
Tenisha saw a rise in popularity in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tenisha was first seen in the United States in 1968. Tenisha has ranked as high as #895 nationally, which occurred in 1983, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, New York, Michigan, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Tenisha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tenisha (1995)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 8 | |
| TX | 7 | |
| IL | 5 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 19 |
| 1971 | 24 |
| 1972 | 50 |
| 1973 | 50 |
| 1974 | 80 |
| 1975 | 87 |
| 1976 | 115 |
| 1977 | 144 |
| 1978 | 160 |
| 1979 | 178 |
| 1980 | 163 |
| 1981 | 181 |
| 1982 | 178 |
| 1983 | 221 |
| 1984 | 168 |
| 1985 | 149 |
| 1986 | 149 |
| 1987 | 175 |
| 1988 | 137 |
| 1989 | 145 |
| 1990 | 139 |
| 1991 | 131 |
| 1992 | 120 |
| 1993 | 104 |
| 1994 | 99 |
| 1995 | 74 |
| 1996 | 39 |
| 1997 | 37 |
| 1998 | 36 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |