Tanishia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtah-NEE-sha / təˈniːʃəModern; African American
Meaning
Derived from the name Tania, often associated with 'fairy queen' or 'follower of Christ'
Historical & Cultural Background
Tanishia is a modern name that emerged in the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities. It is often seen as a creative variation of the name Tania. The name reflects a trend of unique and culturally significant names that gained popularity during this time. Names like Tanishia are often chosen for their melodic sound and personal significance.
Trend Summary
Tanishia has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States since its emergence, often reflecting trends in unique name choices.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tanishia was first seen in the United States in 1970. Tanishia has ranked as high as #1115 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in California, New York, Florida, Ohio, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Tanishia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tanishia (1984)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 19 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 17 |
| 1974 | 19 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1976 | 21 |
| 1977 | 29 |
| 1978 | 30 |
| 1979 | 22 |
| 1980 | 22 |
| 1981 | 26 |
| 1982 | 34 |
| 1983 | 33 |
| 1984 | 29 |
| 1985 | 29 |
| 1986 | 24 |
| 1987 | 29 |
| 1988 | 28 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 20 |
| 1991 | 20 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |