Holding steady.
Popularity of Tanga since 1953
Babies named Tanga per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 81 |
| 1960s | 189 |
| 1970s | 116 |
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tanga is a rare and modern name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1953. It has never ranked among the top 1,000 names, and its one-in-N ratio is too low to calculate. The name reached its peak usage in 1969, but even then it was given to only a handful of babies per year. Its trajectory has been stable, meaning it has never experienced a sudden surge or decline. While the name may be associated with the city of Tanga in Tanzania, there is no verified etymology, and it is likely a modern invention or place name adoption. Tanga remains an uncommon choice, used almost exclusively for girls.
Tanga is a name of uncertain origin. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1953, possibly as a place name inspired by the city of Tanga in Tanzania, or as an invented modern name. It has never ranked among the top 1,000 names and has remained consistently rare.
Sibling names for Tanga
Names that share Tanga's style, for a brother or sister.
