Tesha Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTEH-sha / ˈtɛʃəEnglish; African
Meaning
English: derived from Tessa; African: a name meaning 'to be blessed'
Historical & Cultural Background
Tesha is often considered a modern variation of the name Tessa, which is a diminutive of Theresa. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. In some African cultures, Tesha is associated with blessings and positive attributes. The name reflects a blend of contemporary and traditional influences.
Trend Summary
Tesha has seen limited use in the United States, with occasional spikes in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tess
- Tessa
International Variants
- Tessa (Dutch)
- Tess (English)
Famous people named Tesha
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tesha was first seen in the United States in 1963. Tesha has ranked as high as #1004 nationally, which occurred in 1978, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, North Carolina, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Tesha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tesha (1993)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 12 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 30 |
| 1969 | 43 |
| 1970 | 60 |
| 1971 | 79 |
| 1972 | 66 |
| 1973 | 69 |
| 1974 | 79 |
| 1975 | 82 |
| 1976 | 69 |
| 1977 | 80 |
| 1978 | 95 |
| 1979 | 89 |
| 1980 | 83 |
| 1981 | 78 |
| 1982 | 83 |
| 1983 | 62 |
| 1984 | 48 |
| 1985 | 54 |
| 1986 | 34 |
| 1987 | 38 |
| 1988 | 47 |
| 1989 | 39 |
| 1990 | 37 |
| 1991 | 50 |
| 1992 | 41 |
| 1993 | 55 |
| 1994 | 28 |
| 1995 | 29 |
| 1996 | 22 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 5 |