Holding steady.
Popularity of Quantisha since 1979
Babies named Quantisha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 7 |
| 1980s | 48 |
| 1990s | 62 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Quantisha is a modern American name that first appeared in 1979 and saw its peak usage in 1994. As an invented name, its construction reflects a broader cultural trend of the late 20th century where creative, phonetic combinations became popular, particularly in African American communities. The name has remained relatively rare, with a trajectory that has been stable since its peak, and it is used almost exclusively for girls. Its appeal lies in its distinctive sound and contemporary feel, rather than any historical or traditional roots.
Quantisha is a modern American coinage that emerged in the late 20th century, part of a trend of creating distinctive names by blending fashionable sounds and suffixes. The initial 'Quan-' may echo names like Quantrell or be influenced by the phonetic pattern of names like Tanisha, while '-tisha' is a common suffix found in names such as Latisha. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1979 and peaked in popularity in 1994, reflecting the creative naming practices of the era.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Quant, Tisha, Quanny
Variants: Quantisha, Quantishia, Quantaysha
Sibling names for Quantisha
Names that share Quantisha's style, for a brother or sister.
