Tawanda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tawanda is a name of Shona origin that means 'we have increased' or 'we have plenty'. It has evolved from its modern form and reflects themes of abundance. The name has gained cultural significance in Zimbabwe, particularly after the country's independence, becoming a symbol of pride. It does not have biblical relevance but is commonly associated with positive traits of prosperity and cultural identity.
The name Tawanda is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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, Tawanda 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, 'Tawanda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2779th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 813th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2115th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 21209th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Tawanda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tawanda"
Pronunciation
/tɑːˈwɑːndə/
Origin
Shona
Etymology
Tawanda is derived from the Shona language of Zimbabwe, meaning 'we have increased' or 'we have plenty'. It reflects a sense of abundance and prosperity.
Meaning
abundance, plenty
Language Evolution
Tawanda (modern), Tandi (historical variant)
Historical Usage
Tawanda gained popularity in Zimbabwe and among the Shona-speaking communities during the 20th century, especially post-independence, as a symbol of cultural identity.
Variants & Derivatives
Tandi, Tawana
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tawanda is viewed positively, often associated with a strong cultural identity and pride among the Shona people.
Famous People
Tawanda Chisi (Zimbabwean actor), Tawanda Ruzive (Zimbabwean musician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tawanda"
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 "Tawanda"
"Tawanda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2779th of 12526 | 324 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 813th of 19264 | 2,773 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2115th of 27321 | 922 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 21209th of 35406 | 34 |
Regional Popularity of "Tawanda" 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 "Tawanda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
79.47% 1931st/2430 |
53.52% 1527th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
28.84% 847th/2937 |
20.76% 723rd/3483 |
16.32% 574th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
53.51% 1972nd/3685 |
48.72% 2180th/4475 |
25.30% 1314th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tawanda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tawanda" 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.