Tosha Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: TOH-sha /ˈtoʊʃə/
Origin: Slavic; English
Meaning: Slavic: 'Teddy bear'; English: diminutive of Natasha
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tosha is derived from the Slavic name Tatyana, which has its roots in the Latin name Tatius. The etymology traces back to the Roman family name Tatius, which is believed to be of Sabine origin.
The name Tatyana was popularized in Eastern Europe, particularly in Russia, where it became associated with the feast day of Saint Tatyana, celebrated on January 25. This connection to the Christian saint, who is venerated for her piety and dedication, contributed to the name's enduring presence in Slavic cultures.
Historically, Tatyana gained prominence in the 18th century through literature, notably in Alexander Pushkin's poem "Eugene Onegin" published in 1833, where the character Tatyana is a central figure. This literary association helped solidify the name's cultural significance in Russian literature and society.
The name Tosha can be seen as a diminutive or affectionate form of Tatyana, reflecting a common practice in Slavic naming traditions where longer names are often shortened for familiarity. Culturally, Tosha and its variants have been embraced in various Slavic traditions, often symbolizing qualities such as strength and resilience.
The name is associated with the idea of nurturing and caring, reflecting the characteristics attributed to the saints and historical figures bearing the name. This cultural resonance has allowed Tosha to maintain its relevance across generations, embodying a blend of historical significance and personal connection within families.
Famous people named Tosha
In this section, you will find notable people named Tosha. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Tosha who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Tosha Schore is a television producer best known for The Real World, Road Rules, and The Challenge.
Tosha T. is a singer-songwriter best known for her work in the indie music scene.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tosha was first seen in the United States in 1958.
Tosha has ranked as high as #1025 nationally, which occurred in 1980, and has been most popular in Texas, Ohio, Tennessee, California, and North Carolina.
In the past 5 years the name Tosha has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Tosha is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Tosha was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Tosha.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 | 7 |
| 2016 | 6 | 6 |
| 2009 | 6 | 6 |
| 2008 | 5 | 5 |
| 2007 | 12 | 12 |
| 2006 | 9 | 9 |
| 2005 | 13 | 13 |
| 2004 | 8 | 8 |
| 2003 | 6 | 6 |
| 2002 | 9 | 9 |
| 2001 | 12 | 12 |
| 2000 | 22 | 22 |
| 1999 | 27 | 27 |
| 1998 | 31 | 31 |
| 1997 | 51 | 51 |
| 1996 | 52 | 52 |
| 1995 | 65 | 65 |
| 1994 | 89 | 89 |
| 1993 | 113 | 113 |
| 1992 | 144 | 144 |
| 1991 | 153 | 153 |
| 1990 | 191 | 191 |
| 1989 | 209 | 209 |
| 1988 | 242 | 242 |
| 1987 | 239 | 239 |
| 1986 | 253 | 253 |
| 1985 | 320 | 320 |
| 1984 | 291 | 291 |
| 1983 | 283 | 283 |
| 1982 | 312 | 312 |
| 1981 | 324 | 324 |
| 1980 | 324 | 324 |
| 1979 | 323 | 323 |
| 1978 | 307 | 307 |
| 1977 | 316 | 316 |
| 1976 | 263 | 263 |
| 1975 | 285 | 285 |
| 1974 | 253 | 253 |
| 1973 | 251 | 251 |
| 1972 | 217 | 217 |
| 1971 | 217 | 217 |
| 1970 | 131 | 131 |
| 1969 | 100 | 100 |
| 1968 | 71 | 71 |
| 1967 | 62 | 62 |
| 1966 | 40 | 40 |
| 1965 | 15 | 15 |
| 1964 | 9 | 9 |
| 1963 | 14 | 14 |
| 1962 | 6 | 6 |
| 1961 | 9 | 9 |
| 1960 | 5 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Tosha (1996)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 7 | |
| TN | 5 |