Everything about the name TASHAWNDA

Meaning, origin, history

Tashawnda is an uncommon and unique name of African-American origin. It is believed to have been created during the baby-naming boom of the 1970s, when many parents sought distinctive names for their children. The name Tashawnda does not have a specific meaning or translation, as it was likely invented by its creators. However, some people have interpreted it as a combination of the names Tasheka and Shawanda, which means "thankful" and "like a flower," respectively, in African-American culture.

There is no historical record of Tashawnda being used prior to the 20th century, so its origins are relatively modern. Despite this, it has gained some popularity over time, with some notable figures sharing the name, such as American singer-songwriter Tashawnda "Tasha" Cobbs Leonard.

In recent years, the name Tashawnda has begun to appear more frequently in baby name lists and on social media platforms, suggesting that it may be gaining renewed interest among parents seeking unique names for their daughters. Overall, Tashawnda remains a distinctive and uncommon choice, reflective of its African-American roots and modern origins.

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United States

Popularity of the name TASHAWNDA since 1880

Birth evolution

Popularity analysis

The statistics provided show the number of babies named Tashawnda born in the United States each year from 1976 to 2000. Over this period of time, there was a total of 57 births.

From 1976 to 1983, the name Tashawnda saw consistent popularity with an average of 5 births per year. However, in 1984 and 1985, the number of births increased slightly to 6 each year before dropping back down to 5 in 1986.

Interestingly, there was a significant spike in popularity in 1989 with 9 babies named Tashawnda born that year. This is the highest number of births recorded for this name during the given period.

The years following 1989 saw a gradual decline in the popularity of the name Tashawnda, with only 6 births in 1991 and then just 5 births in 2000. Overall, while the name experienced some fluctuations in popularity over these two decades, it remained relatively uncommon throughout.