Taneesha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtah-NEE-shah / /təˈniːʃə/African American; English
Meaning
Derived from the name Tanisha, which is often interpreted as 'born on a Monday' or 'fairy queen'.
Historical & Cultural Background
Taneesha is a modern name that emerged in the United States during the 20th century. It is often associated with African American culture and is considered a variant of the name Tanisha. The name reflects a trend of creating unique names by modifying existing ones. It gained popularity in the 1970s and 1980s, aligning with a broader cultural movement towards distinctive and creative naming practices.
Trend Summary
Taneesha saw a peak in popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the 1980s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tanisha
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Taneesha was first seen in the United States in 1972. Taneesha has ranked as high as #1195 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Taneesha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Taneesha (1992)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 17 |
| 1979 | 15 |
| 1980 | 19 |
| 1981 | 25 |
| 1982 | 27 |
| 1983 | 31 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 24 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 29 |
| 1990 | 24 |
| 1991 | 32 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1994 | 30 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |