Holding steady.
Popularity of Tashika since 1971
Babies named Tashika per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 226 |
| 1980s | 254 |
| 1990s | 89 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
The name Tashika is a modern American invention that first appeared in Social Security records in 1971, with a peak rank in 1976. It has never been a common name, and since its peak it has remained stable in extremely low usage, with no top states showing significant concentrations. The name likely emerged from the trend of creating melodic, feminine names ending in 'ika' or 'ica' during the 1970s, alongside names like Shanika and Keisha. Despite its uncertain etymology, Tashika carries a rhythmic, three-syllable sound similar to Tasha, and continues to be used occasionally, reflecting its steady but niche presence in American naming.
Tashika first appeared in U.S. records in the early 1970s, reaching a peak in 1976. It may be a variant of Tasha, itself a diminutive of Natasha, combined with a fashionable suffix. Alternatively, it could be influenced by Japanese names like Toshiko, but there is no clear derivation.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tash, Tasha, Kiki
Sibling names for Tashika
Names that share Tashika's style, for a brother or sister.
