Tamesha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtuh-MEE-sha / təˈmiːʃəAmerican; African American
Meaning
Derived from the name Tameka; possibly means 'the one who is loved' or 'twin'.
Historical & Cultural Background
Tamesha is a modern name that emerged in the United States, particularly within African American communities. It is often considered a variant of Tameka, which gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name reflects a trend of creating unique names by altering existing ones. Names like Tamesha are often chosen for their melodic sound and personal significance.
Trend Summary
Tamesha has seen limited popularity in the United States, primarily during the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tameesha
- Tameka
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tamesha was first seen in the United States in 1968. Tamesha has ranked as high as #1053 nationally, which occurred in 1985, and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, New York, Georgia, and California. In the past 5 years the name Tamesha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tamesha (2001)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 | |
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 32 |
| 1973 | 34 |
| 1974 | 82 |
| 1975 | 56 |
| 1976 | 76 |
| 1977 | 73 |
| 1978 | 81 |
| 1979 | 80 |
| 1980 | 78 |
| 1981 | 86 |
| 1982 | 85 |
| 1983 | 70 |
| 1984 | 67 |
| 1985 | 91 |
| 1986 | 60 |
| 1987 | 56 |
| 1988 | 76 |
| 1989 | 63 |
| 1990 | 64 |
| 1991 | 63 |
| 1992 | 69 |
| 1993 | 44 |
| 1994 | 49 |
| 1995 | 57 |
| 1996 | 48 |
| 1997 | 40 |
| 1998 | 34 |
| 1999 | 29 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 30 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2008 | 5 |