Declining since 1999.
Popularity of Tapanga since 1995
Babies named Tapanga per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 159 |
| 2000s | 313 |
| 2010s | 72 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Tapanga is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1995, closely following the debut of the television series 'Boy Meets World' (1993-2000), which featured a prominent female character named Topanga. The name achieved its highest usage in 1998, the year of its peak, but has been on a declining trajectory since 1999. In recent years, it has become considerably less common, appearing with decreasing frequency. Despite its roots in popular culture, Tapanga has never entered the top 1,000 names and has no recorded usage in any U.S. state as a top-name. Its unique and recent origin makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with modern, media-inspired appeal.
Tapanga first appeared in the mid-1990s, coinciding with the popular TV show 'Boy Meets World', in which a character named Topanga Lawrence was a central figure. The spelling 'Tapanga' likely represents a variant of Topanga, influenced by phonetic spelling. There is no known historical or linguistic root; it is considered a modern invention.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tapa, Panga
Variants: Topanga
Sibling names for Tapanga
Names that share Tapanga's style, for a brother or sister.
