Holding steady.
Popularity of Tekeya since 1977
Babies named Tekeya per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 17 |
| 1980s | 40 |
| 1990s | 54 |
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tekeya is a rare modern name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1977, a time when creative respellings and coined names were gaining popularity. Its usage peaked in 1993, but even then it never cracked the top 1,000 rankings. The name has remained stable in its low frequency since the 1990s, with no significant uptick in recent years. While its exact origins are uncertain, it likely follows a pattern of names like Tekeisha, using the trendy 'Te-' prefix and a melodic ending. No single state recorded a notably high concentration of Tekeyas, reflecting its scattered, uncommon use across the country.
Tekeya is a name with unclear origins, likely a modern invention or a respelling of similar-sounding names. It first appeared in U.S. records in the late 20th century, with a peak in 1993. Its formation may involve the trendy prefix 'Te-' combined with a stylish suffix.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Teke, Keya
Sibling names for Tekeya
Names that share Tekeya's style, for a brother or sister.
