Tameshia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtuh-MEE-sha / təˈmiːʃəAmerican; African American
Meaning
American: derived from the name Tameisha; African American: a modern blend of names.
Historical & Cultural Background
Tameshia is a modern name that emerged in the United States, particularly within African American communities. It is often seen as a variation of names like Tameka or Tamika, which gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name reflects a trend of creating unique names by blending sounds and syllables.
Trend Summary
Tameshia has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly during the 1980s and 1990s.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tameshia was first seen in the United States in 1971. Tameshia has ranked as high as #1130 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Tameshia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tameshia (1996)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| AL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 15 |
| 1974 | 16 |
| 1975 | 19 |
| 1976 | 27 |
| 1977 | 21 |
| 1978 | 27 |
| 1979 | 24 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1981 | 30 |
| 1982 | 23 |
| 1983 | 23 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 24 |
| 1988 | 35 |
| 1989 | 23 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 26 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2002 | 5 |