Tynisha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtih-NEE-sha / tɪˈniːʃəAmerican; African American
Meaning
Derived from the name Tania; possibly a modern blend or variation.
Historical & Cultural Background
Tynisha is a name that emerged in the United States, particularly within African American communities. It reflects a trend of creating unique names by blending sounds and influences from other names. The name is often associated with individuality and cultural identity. It has gained some popularity since the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
Tynisha saw a peak in popularity in the 1980s and 1990s in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tynisha was first seen in the United States in 1972. Tynisha has ranked as high as #1018 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in New York, California, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Maryland. In the past 5 years the name Tynisha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tynisha (1998)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 24 |
| 1975 | 18 |
| 1976 | 52 |
| 1977 | 82 |
| 1978 | 68 |
| 1979 | 61 |
| 1980 | 69 |
| 1981 | 60 |
| 1982 | 57 |
| 1983 | 71 |
| 1984 | 70 |
| 1985 | 62 |
| 1986 | 67 |
| 1987 | 53 |
| 1988 | 54 |
| 1989 | 52 |
| 1990 | 75 |
| 1991 | 79 |
| 1992 | 60 |
| 1993 | 64 |
| 1994 | 60 |
| 1995 | 66 |
| 1996 | 39 |
| 1997 | 43 |
| 1998 | 43 |
| 1999 | 33 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 30 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 5 |