Holding steady.
Popularity of Tomika since 1964
Babies named Tomika per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 124 |
| 1970s | 1,789 |
| 1980s | 739 |
| 1990s | 129 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tomika emerged on the American naming scene in the mid-20th century, first recorded in 1964. It reached its peak popularity in 1975, reflecting a broader trend of creative feminine names with the '-ika' ending. Despite being too rare today to register a rank, Tomika saw stable usage during the 1970s, the decade where it was most commonly given. The name did not appear in any state's top names lists, indicating nationwide but sparse use. Its trajectory has remained stable, never undergoing a dramatic surge or decline, which suggests it has been a niche choice for families seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name.
Tomika first appeared in United States birth records in the 1960s. It may be a variant or elaboration of names like Tamika or Tomeka, which were popular in African American communities during that era. The name likely follows a pattern of creating distinctive feminine names with a melodic ending, common in modern American naming.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tomi, Mika
Sibling names for Tomika
Names that share Tomika's style, for a brother or sister.
