Tosca Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTOS-kah / ˈtɔs.kəItalian
Meaning
toscana (from Tuscany)
Historical & Cultural Background
Tosca is derived from the Italian word for Tuscany, a region in central Italy known for its art, history, and landscapes. The name gained popularity through the opera 'Tosca' by Giacomo Puccini, which premiered in 1900. The character Floria Tosca is a strong and passionate woman, contributing to the name's association with dramatic and artistic themes.
Trend Summary
Tosca has seen limited popularity in the U.S., remaining a unique choice.
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International Variants
- Tosca (Italian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tosca was first seen in the United States in 1909. Tosca has ranked as high as #1063 nationally, which occurred in 1974, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Tosca has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tosca (1973)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1913 | 11 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 12 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1918 | 10 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1923 | 16 |
| 1924 | 10 |
| 1925 | 13 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 16 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 19 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |