Holding steady.
Popularity of Tashiba since 1974
Babies named Tashiba per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 70 |
| 1980s | 68 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tashiba is a rare, modern name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1974. Its meaning is unclear, and it may be an invented name, possibly inspired by similar-sounding names like Tasha or Tabitha. The name saw its highest usage in 1980, with a small but stable number of occurrences since then. It has never entered the top 1000 names and is used almost exclusively for girls. While it lacks a long history or deep etymological roots, Tashiba fits the pattern of creative names that emerged during the late 20th century in the United States. Its sound is similar to other names like Talisha or Tanesha, which also surged in popularity during that era. Parents who appreciate uncommon names with a soft, feminine sound may be drawn to Tashiba.
Tashiba appears to be a modern coinage, possibly arising in the United States in the 1970s. It does not have a clear etymological root in any traditional language and may have been created by combining phonetic elements from names such as Tasha or Tabitha. Its usage has been rare and sporadic, primarily recorded in the U.S. Social Security data from 1974 onward.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tasha, Tash
Sibling names for Tashiba
Names that share Tashiba's style, for a brother or sister.
