Tisha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tisha is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'nine', derived from the word 'tishah'. It has evolved from its Hebrew roots into modern usage as a feminine name, particularly among Jewish communities. The name is often associated with cultural significance and has gained popularity in the late 20th century. There is no direct biblical relevance to the name itself, but it connects to important Jewish observances. Variants include Tish and Tishie, and it is currently viewed positively, reflecting cultural identity.
The name Tisha is most popular in Hawaii, 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, Tisha 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, 'Tisha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7165th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2575th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 500th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1143rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5616th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8642nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Tisha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tisha"
Pronunciation
/ˈtɪʃə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Tisha is derived from the Hebrew word 'tishah', which means 'nine'. It is often associated with the ninth day of the month of Av in the Jewish calendar, which is a day of mourning.
Meaning
nine
Language Evolution
Tisha (modern usage), Tishah (Hebrew)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within Jewish communities, as a feminine given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Tish, Tishie
Modern Popularity & Image
Tisha is perceived as a unique and culturally rich name, often reflecting a connection to Jewish heritage.
Famous People
Tisha Campbell - American actress and singer, Tisha B'Av - Observance in Jewish tradition
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tisha"
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 "Tisha"
"Tisha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7165th of 9204 | 16 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2575th of 12526 | 366 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 500th of 19264 | 6,312 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1143rd of 27321 | 2,316 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5616th of 35406 | 354 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8642nd of 30306 | 148 |
Regional Popularity of "Tisha" 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 "Tisha" 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 |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
85.94% 2452nd/2853 |
58.38% 1620th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
15.56% 457th/2937 |
16.31% 568th/3483 |
13.30% 468th/3518 |
12.22% 494th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
27.46% 1012th/3685 |
29.94% 1340th/4475 |
21.66% 1125th/5194 |
22.61% 1428th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
80.54% 6011th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
- | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tisha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tisha" 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.