Tequan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tequan is an African American Vernacular English name that signifies spiritual strength. It emerged as a modern name influenced by linguistic trends in the late 20th century. The name reflects a unique phonetic structure and is often associated with individuality. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tequan"
Pronunciation
/tɛˈkwɑn/
Origin
African American Vernacular English
Etymology
The name Tequan is believed to be a modern creation, possibly influenced by names like Dequan and Quan. It reflects a trend in African American naming practices that often incorporate unique phonetic structures.
Meaning
spiritual strength
Language Evolution
Tequan
Historical Usage
Tequan gained popularity in the late 20th century alongside other unique African American names, reflecting cultural identity and creativity.
Variants & Derivatives
Te, Quan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tequan is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Tequan Richmond, Tequan M. Jackson
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Boy Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 28 peak births in 1994
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Virginia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tequan"
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 "Tequan"
"Tequan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4524th of 16616 | 167 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5692nd of 24088 | 217 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 15888th of 23106 | 23 |
Regional Popularity of "Tequan" 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) |
- |
46.75% 2092nd/4475 |
59.30% 3080th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Tequan" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tequan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tequan" 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 "Tequan" in the United States
The name Tequan is most popular in Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Tequan has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Tequan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4524th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5692nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15888th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Tequan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.