Tarsha Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTAR-sha / ˈtɑːrʃəModern; English
Meaning
Derived from the name Tara, meaning 'star' or 'hill'
Historical & Cultural Background
Tarsha is a modern name that emerged in the late 20th century. It is often considered a variant of Tara, which has roots in Irish and Sanskrit. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States. It reflects a trend towards unique and creative names for girls.
Trend Summary
Tarsha has seen a modest level of popularity in the U.S. since the late 20th century.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tarsha was first seen in the United States in 1961. Tarsha has ranked as high as #838 nationally, which occurred in 1974, and has been most popular in New York, Texas, North Carolina, Florida, and South Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Tarsha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tarsha (1983)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 31 |
| 1967 | 32 |
| 1968 | 72 |
| 1969 | 81 |
| 1970 | 119 |
| 1971 | 212 |
| 1972 | 225 |
| 1973 | 204 |
| 1974 | 246 |
| 1975 | 177 |
| 1976 | 166 |
| 1977 | 123 |
| 1978 | 122 |
| 1979 | 122 |
| 1980 | 95 |
| 1981 | 62 |
| 1982 | 46 |
| 1983 | 43 |
| 1984 | 30 |
| 1985 | 25 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 19 |
| 1989 | 20 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1996 | 5 |