Holding steady.
Popularity of Turkessa since 1975
Babies named Turkessa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 256 |
| 1980s | 24 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Turkessa is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1975, its peak year. It has not achieved widespread use, with no appearances in the top 1000 in any year. The name's trajectory has been stable, meaning its usage has remained very low since its introduction. Because it is a recent coinage, its exact meaning and origin are unclear, though it is likely a feminine elaboration of the surname Turk or an invented variant. The name is not associated with any top states or notable bearers, remaining a unique and seldom-used choice.
Turkessa is a rare modern coinage, likely formed by adding the feminine suffix -essa to Turk or an existing name. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1975, with very occasional use since. No historical or linguistic derivation beyond the 20th century has been established.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tessa, Tura, Kessa
Sibling names for Turkessa
Names that share Turkessa's style, for a brother or sister.
