Takia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Takia has Arabic origins, meaning 'pious' or 'righteous'. It evolved from 'taqiya' in Arabic and has seen modern adaptations. The name is associated with positive traits such as spirituality and caution. It does not have biblical relevance and has become more popular in recent years, especially in diverse communities.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Takia"
Pronunciation
/tæˈkiːə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Takia is derived from the Arabic word 'taqiya', which means 'pious' or 'righteous'. It can also be associated with the concept of being cautious or careful.
Meaning
Pious, righteous, cautious
Language Evolution
Taqiya (Arabic), Takia (Modern usage)
Historical Usage
Takia has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly among Arabic-speaking communities and has seen a rise in usage in Western countries in recent years.
Variants & Derivatives
Takiya, Taka, Kia
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Takia is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with strength and spirituality.
Famous People
Takia Stutzman, an American actress, Takia McClure, an American singer
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Girl Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 86 peak births in 1997
Geographic Spread
Popular across 20 US states, with strongest presence in District of Columbia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Takia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Takia"
"Takia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3530th of 19264 | 293 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1907th of 27321 | 1,071 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3911th of 35406 | 578 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 21584th of 30306 | 20 |
Regional Popularity of "Takia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Takia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
89.27% 2622nd/2937 |
55.01% 1916th/3483 |
76.78% 2701st/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
52.18% 1923rd/3685 |
31.98% 1431st/4475 |
29.55% 1535th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
66.11% 3029th/4582 |
86.77% 4481st/5164 |
47.00% 3437th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Takia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Takia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Takia" in the United States
The name Takia is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Takia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Takia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3530th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1907th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3911th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21584th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Takia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.