Teshia Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTEH-sha / ˈtɛʃəEnglish; African American
Meaning
Derived from the name Tessa; possibly a modern variation of Teshia.
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Teshia is often considered a modern invention, likely emerging in the late 20th century. It is sometimes associated with African American culture, reflecting a trend of creating unique names. Teshia may also be viewed as a derivative of more traditional names like Tessa or Teresa. Its usage has been relatively limited, contributing to its uniqueness.
Trend Summary
Teshia has seen limited use in the United States, contributing to its status as a unique name.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Teshia was first seen in the United States in 1964. Teshia has ranked as high as #1101 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in North Carolina, California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Teshia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Teshia (1981)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 18 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 12 |
| 1973 | 22 |
| 1974 | 16 |
| 1975 | 19 |
| 1976 | 20 |
| 1977 | 19 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 25 |
| 1980 | 18 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 19 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 24 |
| 1989 | 18 |
| 1990 | 24 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |