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Quatisha

kwah-TEE-shuh · Of uncertain origin, possibly a modern coinage combining a syllable from names like Quan or Quadir with the fashionable suffix -tisha or -isha.

Peak popularity
1989
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Quatisha since 1978

Babies named Quatisha per year in U.S. Social Security records.

4913198020002020Most births 1989Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1970s7
1980s62
1990s49
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Quatisha is an American invented name that first appeared in 1978, reflecting a creative tradition of name-making among African American communities. Its peak year was 1989, after which its usage declined steadily. The name has not ranked in the top 1000 since at least 2000, remaining a rare and distinctive choice. Its sound is formed by combining the initial 'Qua-' with the popular suffix '-tisha,' a pattern seen in many names of the era. While no longer widely used, Quatisha represents a specific moment in modern naming history, characterized by individuality and phonetic innovation.

Quatisha is a modern American name, first recorded in 1978. It belongs to a group of invented names popular among African American families in the late 20th century, formed by blending phonetic elements from existing names such as Quan, Latisha, or Tisha. The name peaked in usage in 1989 and has since become rare, reflecting the trend of unique, individually crafted names during that period.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Qua, Tisha, Tish

Variants: Quatishia, Quatesha

Sibling names for Quatisha

Names that share Quatisha's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Quatisha mean?
The meaning of Quatisha is uncertain. It is likely a modern invented name, possibly blending elements from other names.
How popular is the name Quatisha?
Quatisha is a rare name. It first appeared in 1978, peaked in 1989, and has since declined in usage. It did not rank in the top 1000 names in any recent year.
Is Quatisha a girl's name?
Yes, Quatisha is almost exclusively used as a feminine name.