Holding steady.
Popularity of Fantashia since 1989
Babies named Fantashia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 97 |
| 2000s | 18 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Fantashia is a rare and modern name, first recorded in 1989 in U.S. Social Security data. Its peak year came quickly in 1990, after which usage declined and has remained stable at very low levels since 2000. The name has never appeared in the top 1000, indicating it is an uncommon choice. Fantashia is clearly feminine and likely inspired by the word fantasy or similar-sounding names like Fantasia. As a modern invention, it carries no deep historical or cultural meaning, but its melodic sound and unique flair may appeal to parents seeking a standout name. Without any top states or notable bearers, Fantashia remains a name of niche appeal, associated with the early 1990s period of creative naming trends.
Fantashia appears to be a modern coinage, possibly formed on the word fantasy or influenced by the Greek-derived term fantasy (from phantasia, 'imagination, appearance'). The suffix -ia is common in feminine given names, giving the name a melodic quality. It first appeared in recorded U.S. Social Security data in 1989, with a peak in 1990, suggesting it may have been a brief trend rather than a traditional name with deep historical roots.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tashia, Fanta
Variants: Fantasia, Fantashya
Sibling names for Fantashia
Names that share Fantashia's style, for a brother or sister.
