Declining since 1990, #10,107 for girls today.
Popularity of Teia since 1957
Babies named Teia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 17 |
| 1960s | 83 |
| 1970s | 163 |
| 1980s | 274 |
| 1990s | 221 |
| 2000s | 147 |
| 2010s | 104 |
| 2020s | 47 |
Meaning & origin
Teia entered U.S. birth records in 1957, but it has never been common. Its peak year came in 1980, yet even then it was a rare choice. Since 1990, its usage has been declining, reflecting a broader trend away from unusual, modern coinages. In 2025, it ranked 10,107, with just 1 in 178,585 newborns receiving the name. No top states favored it significantly, highlighting its scattered, low-frequency presence. As a modern name without deep historical roots, Teia appeals to parents seeking a short, melodic, and distinctive option that sounds contemporary yet understated.
Teia is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1957. It may be a variant of Taya, which itself is a short form of names like Tatiana, or a creative spelling of the sound 'Tay-uh'. Its use has remained rare, with no clear historical or cultural derivation.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Taya
Sibling names for Teia
Names that share Teia's style, for a brother or sister.
