Tamika Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtah-MEE-kah / tæˈmiːkəJapanese; African American
Meaning
Japanese: child of the rice field; African American: a variation of the name Tamiko, meaning child of the people
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tamika has roots in both Japanese and African American cultures. In Japan, it is often associated with agricultural themes. In the African American community, it gained popularity in the mid-20th century as part of a trend of creating unique names. The name is often used for girls but has been adopted for boys in some contexts.
Trend Summary
Tamika saw a rise in popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tamika was first seen in the United States in 1975. Tamika has ranked as high as #1074 nationally, which occurred in 1976, and has been most popular in District of Columbia. In the past 5 years the name Tamika has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tamika (1989)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DC | 14 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 16 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 5 |