Holding steady.
Popularity of Temeka since 1968
Babies named Temeka per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 23 |
| 1970s | 772 |
| 1980s | 558 |
| 1990s | 61 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Temeka is a distinctive name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1968, a time when creative and unique spellings of names were becoming more common. It reached its highest usage in 1976, reflecting a peak interest in names like Tamika and Tameka. Since then, its frequency has remained stable but very low, and it is not currently among the ranked names. Although its exact origins are unclear, Temeka likely emerged as a modern variant within African American naming traditions, where invented and modified names have long been celebrated for their individuality.
Temeka first appeared in U.S. birth records in the late 1960s, reaching its peak popularity in 1976. It may have been formed by combining elements of names like Tamika or Tameka, or created as a unique variation. The name has not been traced to a specific language or culture and is considered a modern American coinage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Temi, Meka
Sibling names for Temeka
Names that share Temeka's style, for a brother or sister.
