Tinesha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationti-NEE-sha / tɪˈniːʃəAmerican; African American
Meaning
American: derived from the name Tina; African American: a modern creation
Historical & Cultural Background
Tinesha is a modern name that emerged in the United States, particularly within African American communities. It is often considered a blend of the name Tina and the suffix -esha, which is common in many African American names. The name reflects a trend of creating unique names that carry personal significance. Tinesha is not widely documented in historical texts, making it a contemporary choice.
Trend Summary
Tinesha has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States since the 1980s, with a peak in the 1990s.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tinesha was first seen in the United States in 1969. Tinesha has ranked as high as #1107 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, California, Florida, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Tinesha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tinesha (1998)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 18 |
| 1973 | 17 |
| 1974 | 18 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 20 |
| 1977 | 26 |
| 1978 | 30 |
| 1979 | 23 |
| 1980 | 37 |
| 1981 | 27 |
| 1982 | 42 |
| 1983 | 41 |
| 1984 | 41 |
| 1985 | 29 |
| 1986 | 35 |
| 1987 | 38 |
| 1988 | 23 |
| 1989 | 28 |
| 1990 | 23 |
| 1991 | 29 |
| 1992 | 26 |
| 1993 | 40 |
| 1994 | 26 |
| 1995 | 21 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 22 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2003 | 6 |