Tashonda Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtah-SHON-dah / /təˈʃɒndə/African American; English
Meaning
Combination of 'Ta' and 'Shonda', possibly meaning 'the one who is loved' or 'the one who is beautiful'.
Historical & Cultural Background
Tashonda is a modern name that emerged in the United States, particularly within African American communities. It reflects a trend of creating unique names by blending sounds and syllables. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, aligning with a broader cultural movement towards individuality in naming practices.
Trend Summary
Tashonda saw a peak in popularity in the 1980s and 1990s in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tashonda was first seen in the United States in 1972. Tashonda has ranked as high as #1127 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Tashonda has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tashonda (1982)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 18 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 21 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 16 |
| 1982 | 22 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 18 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 18 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 20 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1999 | 7 |