Holding steady.
Popularity of Tatanisha since 1970
Babies named Tatanisha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 425 |
| 1980s | 92 |
| 1990s | 69 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tatanisha emerged in the United States during the 1970s, a decade known for creative name coinages. First recorded in 1970, it reached its peak in 1972, when it was used most frequently. The name has remained stable in low usage ever since, never entering the top 1000. It is a modern invention with no traditional etymology, likely constructed from fashionable elements of the era. Its sound pattern fits with other names from that time, such as Tameka and Shanice. Though top states are not available due to small numbers, Tatanisha exemplifies a trend of distinctive, melodic names that blended African American cultural influences with contemporary style.
Tatanisha appears to be a modern coined name from the 1970s, likely formed by combining elements such as Tanya, Keisha, or Latisha with fashionable suffixes. It has no known historical or linguistic derivation from any established language.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tati, Tana
Sibling names for Tatanisha
Names that share Tatanisha's style, for a brother or sister.
