Declining since 1985, #11,932 for girls today.
Popularity of Tosha since 1958
Babies named Tosha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 331 |
| 1970s | 2,563 |
| 1980s | 2,797 |
| 1990s | 916 |
| 2000s | 102 |
| 2010s | 6 |
| 2020s | 7 |
Meaning & origin
Tosha is a name that appeared in U.S. birth records in 1958 and saw its peak popularity in 1977, but its usage has been steadily falling since 1985. By 2025, it ranked 11,932, with about 1 in 229,610 newborn girls receiving the name. The name did not appear in any state's top popularity lists, reflecting its niche appeal. Despite its scarcity, Tosha retains a gentle, melodic quality that may appeal to parents seeking a name with Russian overtones without being overly common. The name's trajectory suggests it is largely out of fashion, but its brevity and distinctive 'sha' ending keep it recognizable.
Tosha likely emerged as a variant or diminutive of Tasha, which itself is a shortened form of Natasha, the Russian diminutive of Natalya (derived from Latin 'natalis' meaning 'birthday' or 'Christmas'). The name Tosha saw modest use in the United States from the late 1950s, peaking in the 1970s. Its usage has declined since the mid-1980s.
Where Tosha is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Tasha
Sibling names for Tosha
Names that share Tosha's style, for a brother or sister.
