Tanika Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtah-NEE-kah / təˈniːkəAfrican; English
Meaning
African: 'a beautiful girl'; English: 'a combination of names'
Historical & Cultural Background
Tanika is often considered to have African roots, particularly among African American communities. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century. The name is sometimes viewed as a modern creation or a blend of other names, reflecting a trend in naming practices that emphasize uniqueness.
Trend Summary
Tanika saw a rise in popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tanika was first seen in the United States in 1968. Tanika has ranked as high as #839 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, California, Maryland, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Tanika has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tanika (2003)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1970 | 23 |
| 1971 | 38 |
| 1972 | 81 |
| 1973 | 107 |
| 1974 | 181 |
| 1975 | 256 |
| 1976 | 302 |
| 1977 | 274 |
| 1978 | 301 |
| 1979 | 260 |
| 1980 | 209 |
| 1981 | 188 |
| 1982 | 314 |
| 1983 | 223 |
| 1984 | 183 |
| 1985 | 144 |
| 1986 | 115 |
| 1987 | 120 |
| 1988 | 104 |
| 1989 | 173 |
| 1990 | 129 |
| 1991 | 111 |
| 1992 | 106 |
| 1993 | 83 |
| 1994 | 64 |
| 1995 | 62 |
| 1996 | 53 |
| 1997 | 53 |
| 1998 | 38 |
| 1999 | 42 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2016 | 7 |