Holding steady.
Popularity of Tequita since 1972
Babies named Tequita per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 67 |
| 1980s | 70 |
| 1990s | 13 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tequita is a modern American invention that first appeared in recorded usage in 1972. It never entered the top 1,000 names in the United States, but it achieved its peak popularity in 1979, when a small number of parents chose it for their daughters. Since then usage has declined, and the name has remained extremely rare, with no states recording significant concentrations. Its trajectory is stable but low, reflecting its status as an uncommon and distinctive choice. The name likely follows a pattern of combining a familiar sound or syllable with the popular '-ita' suffix seen in names like Juanita or Bonita. Because Tequita has no long history or traditional roots, its meaning remains a matter of speculation rather than established etymology.
Tequita appears to be a modern coinage, possibly inspired by the name Tanya, Tanisha, or a similar feminine name ending in '-ita'. It may also be influenced by the Mexican state of Tequila, though no direct connection is attested. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1972 and saw modest use, peaking in 1979.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tea, Kita
Sibling names for Tequita
Names that share Tequita's style, for a brother or sister.
