Holding steady.
Popularity of Charmeka since 1976
Babies named Charmeka per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 27 |
| 1980s | 57 |
| 1990s | 20 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Charmeka is a modern American name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1976. It reached its peak popularity in 1981, reflecting a trend of creative and melodic coinages during that period. Despite its brief spike in usage, Charmeka has never entered the top 1,000 names and has remained a rare choice. The name's trajectory has been stable since the 1980s, with no recorded usage in any top state, indicating it has been used sporadically across the country. Its unusual and distinctive sound may appeal to parents seeking a unique name with a contemporary feel.
Charmeka appears to be a modern coinage, possibly blending the word 'charm' with a suffix like '-eka' or inspired by similar-sounding names such as Charmaine or Lakeisha. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1976, with a peak in 1981, suggesting it may have been a creative invention of that era. No traditional etymology or historical usage outside the United States has been documented.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Char, Meka, Miki
Sibling names for Charmeka
Names that share Charmeka's style, for a brother or sister.
