Towanda Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtoh-WAN-duh / /toʊˈwændə/Native American; African American
Meaning
Native American: 'the place where we gather'; African American: 'a name of strength and resilience'
Historical & Cultural Background
Towanda is believed to have Native American origins, often associated with the Iroquois language. It has also been embraced within African American communities, symbolizing strength and unity. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, reflecting cultural pride and heritage.
Trend Summary
Towanda has seen limited popularity in the United States, with occasional usage in specific cultural contexts.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Towanda was first seen in the United States in 1948. Towanda has ranked as high as #991 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in Maryland, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Virginia, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Towanda has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Towanda (1987)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MD | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 11 |
| 1956 | 16 |
| 1957 | 17 |
| 1958 | 20 |
| 1959 | 32 |
| 1960 | 33 |
| 1961 | 55 |
| 1962 | 58 |
| 1963 | 58 |
| 1964 | 74 |
| 1965 | 66 |
| 1966 | 80 |
| 1967 | 114 |
| 1968 | 129 |
| 1969 | 102 |
| 1970 | 125 |
| 1971 | 131 |
| 1972 | 110 |
| 1973 | 116 |
| 1974 | 106 |
| 1975 | 99 |
| 1976 | 83 |
| 1977 | 75 |
| 1978 | 63 |
| 1979 | 68 |
| 1980 | 48 |
| 1981 | 44 |
| 1982 | 35 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |