Toccara Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Toccara is an American name with no specific historical root, believed to convey the meaning 'to touch.' It emerged as a modern name in the late 20th century and is viewed as unique and creative. The name does not have biblical relevance and has variants like Tocca and Kara.
The name Toccara is most popular in Florida, 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Toccara 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, 'Toccara' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13072nd out of 16616 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2195th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13869th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Toccara' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Toccara"
Pronunciation
/təˈkɑːrə/
Origin
American
Etymology
The name Toccara is believed to be a modern invention, possibly derived from a combination of various sounds and influences, without a specific historical root.
Meaning
To touch
Language Evolution
Toccara
Historical Usage
Toccara gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a unique and contemporary name.
Variants & Derivatives
Tocca, Kara, Tia
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Toccara is perceived as a modern and stylish name, often associated with individuality and creativity.
Famous People
Toccara Jones, an American model and television personality
📊 Toccara Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Toccara Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 364 peak births in 1982
Geographic Spread
Popular across 22 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
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 "Toccara"
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 "Toccara"
"Toccara" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 13072nd of 16616 | 14 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2195th of 27321 | 876 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 13869th of 35406 | 90 |
Regional Popularity of "Toccara" 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 "Toccara" 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) |
40.90% 1507th/3685 |
56.31% 2520th/4475 |
24.37% 1266th/5194 |
61.80% 3904th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Toccara"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Toccara" 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.