Holding steady.
Popularity of Tahisha since 1970
Babies named Tahisha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 205 |
| 1980s | 118 |
| 1990s | 50 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tahisha is a name that emerged in the United States during the 1970s, first recorded in 1970 and reaching its highest usage in 1977. While the name's meaning is often linked to the Arabic root for "life," it does not have a strong historical tradition in Arabic-speaking cultures, suggesting it may be a modern American creation. Its stable trajectory over time indicates it has not experienced dramatic shifts in popularity, remaining a distinctive choice. No single state has stood out for its usage, and it has remained uncommon throughout its history.
Tahisha likely originates from the Arabic root ḥ-y-y (to live), though it does not appear in classical Arabic naming traditions. Its emergence in the United States during the 1970s suggests it may be a modern invention influenced by similar-sounding names like Aisha and Tanisha. The name appears to blend fashionable phonetic elements rather than carrying a direct historical lineage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tah, Tisha
Variants: Taisha, Tahishah
Sibling names for Tahisha
Names that share Tahisha's style, for a brother or sister.
