MallowbyNames

Takeia

tuh-KAY-uh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern invented name.

Peak popularity
1982
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Takeia since 1976

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

61117198020002020Most births 1982Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1970s40
1980s128
1990s99
2000s10
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Takeia is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1976, during a period of creative naming in African American communities. Its peak year was 1982, and its usage has since remained stable at very low levels, never entering the national top 1,000. While its exact origin is uncertain, the name follows a pattern of phonetic invention with the Ta- prefix and the melodic -keia ending, similar to other names of its era. The name is almost exclusively given to girls and has not seen significant popularity in any particular state.

Takeia is a modern invented name, likely created in the United States during the late 20th century. It may be a variant of Takia or a combination of the prefix Ta- with the popular suffix -keia, similar to names like Lakeia or Makeia. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1976 and saw its peak usage in 1982.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Taki, Keya

Variants: Takia, Takea

Sibling names for Takeia

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

Sisters: Tia, Keisha, Nakia, Maya, Jada

Brothers: Jalen, Marcus, Troy, Dwayne, Kendall

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Takeia mean?
Takeia is of uncertain origin and does not have a widely agreed-upon meaning. It is likely a modern invented name.
How popular is the name Takeia?
Takeia has never ranked among the top 1,000 U.S. baby names. It peaked in usage in 1982.
Is Takeia a boy or girl name?
Takeia is almost exclusively used for girls.