Holding steady.
Popularity of Tahesha since 1971
Babies named Tahesha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 106 |
| 1980s | 54 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tahesha is a modern American name that first appeared in Social Security records in 1971, reflecting the creative naming trends of the late 20th century. Its peak year of usage was 1977, after which its frequency declined and has remained low. The name belongs to the -sha suffix family that gained popularity during the 1970s and 1980s, particularly within African American communities, as a way to create distinctive names with a lyrical sound. Though never reaching widespread use, Tahesha represents the broader cultural shift toward name innovation in that era.
Tahesha is a modern coinage, likely formed by combining popular phonetic elements from names like Tanya and Keisha, or as a respelling of Tanesha. It first appeared in the United States in the 1970s, during a period when similar -sha and -isha suffixed names were fashionable, especially in African American communities. The name has no traditional etymology or historical usage outside this modern context.
Sibling names for Tahesha
Names that share Tahesha's style, for a brother or sister.
