Tanesha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tanesha originates from American English, combining elements from other names to create a unique identity. It is often interpreted to mean 'the great'. The name has evolved to be primarily used in the United States and reflects a cultural significance within African American communities. There is no biblical relevance associated with Tanesha, and it gained popularity in the late 20th century, often linked to a sense of cultural pride. Common variants include Tanisha and Taneesha, and it is seen as a symbol of uniqueness in contemporary contexts.
The name Tanesha is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South 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, Tanesha has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. 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, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Tanesha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1270th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 873rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4098th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 22988th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Tanesha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tanesha"
Pronunciation
/təˈniːʃə/
Origin
American English
Etymology
The name Tanesha is a modern invention, likely derived from the combination of the prefix 'Ta-' which is common in African American names, and the suffix '-nesha' which is reminiscent of names like Tanisha.
Meaning
The meaning of Tanesha is often associated with 'the great', though specific meanings can vary based on personal interpretations.
Language Evolution
Tanesha
Historical Usage
Tanesha gained popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s, particularly within African American communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Tanisha, Taneesha, Tanesha
Modern Popularity & Image
In modern times, Tanesha is viewed positively and is associated with uniqueness and cultural identity.
Famous People
Tanesha Smith, an American author, Tanesha Pruitt, an activist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tanesha"
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 "Tanesha"
"Tanesha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1270th of 19264 | 1,415 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 873rd of 27321 | 3,335 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4098th of 35406 | 541 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 22988th of 30306 | 16 |
Regional Popularity of "Tanesha" 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 "Tanesha" 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) |
33.61% 987th/2937 |
30.46% 1061st/3483 |
32.49% 1143rd/3518 |
29.03% 1174th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
21.14% 779th/3685 |
19.26% 862nd/4475 |
13.09% 680th/5194 |
24.79% 1566th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
74.53% 3415th/4582 |
92.12% 4757th/5164 |
45.75% 3346th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Tanesha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tanesha" 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.