Holding steady.
Popularity of Tamkia since 1973
Babies named Tamkia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 73 |
| 1980s | 57 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tamkia is a rare modern American name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1973. Its origins are uncertain, but it likely follows the pattern of other invented names from the era that blend the prefix 'Tam-' (borrowed from names like Tammy and Tameka) with the suffix '-kia,' fashionable in the 1970s. The name reached its peak popularity in 1979, though it never entered the top 1,000 rankings. Since then, its usage has been stable but very infrequent, with no strong association with any particular U.S. state. Tamkia remains a unique and uncommon choice, reflecting the creative naming trends of the late 20th century.
Tamkia first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1973. It is likely a modern invented name, possibly formed from the popular prefix 'Tam-' (as in Tammy or Tameka) combined with the fashionable '-kia' suffix. The name experienced its peak usage in 1979 and has remained consistently rare since then.
Sibling names for Tamkia
Names that share Tamkia's style, for a brother or sister.
