Tequilla Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationteh-KEE-lah / tɛˈkiːləSpanish; English
Meaning
Spanish: derived from the name of the alcoholic beverage tequila; English: a modern invented name
Historical & Cultural Background
Tequilla is primarily associated with the Spanish word for the distilled spirit tequila, which originates from the town of Tequila in Mexico. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the late 20th century. It is often used as a modern, trendy name for girls, reflecting a playful and spirited connotation.
Trend Summary
Tequilla has seen a rise in usage as a modern name, particularly in the late 20th century.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tequilla was first seen in the United States in 1958. Tequilla has ranked as high as #1064 nationally, which occurred in 1980, and has been most popular in Florida, Georgia, Illinois, North Carolina, and Mississippi. In the past 5 years the name Tequilla has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tequilla (1992)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 6 | |
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 26 |
| 1976 | 26 |
| 1977 | 39 |
| 1978 | 50 |
| 1979 | 49 |
| 1980 | 51 |
| 1981 | 48 |
| 1982 | 39 |
| 1983 | 31 |
| 1984 | 40 |
| 1985 | 33 |
| 1986 | 39 |
| 1987 | 24 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 44 |
| 1990 | 36 |
| 1991 | 26 |
| 1992 | 38 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 |