Tacoma is a unique and distinctive given name of Native American origin. It is derived from the Lushootseed language, which was spoken by the indigenous people of the Puget Sound region in the state of Washington. In Lushootseud, "tah-koo-ma" means "beautiful water." The name Tacoma has a rich history and significance for the Native American tribes who have lived in the area for thousands of years.
The city of Tacoma, located in Pierce County, Washington, is named after the indigenous people who inhabited the region. The city was founded in 1853 by a group of European-American settlers, but it wasn't until 1875 that it was officially incorporated and named "Tacoma." The name was chosen to honor the Native American tribe that had lived there for generations.
In addition to its association with the city, Tacoma has also become known as a given name. While it is not a common name, those who choose it often do so because of its unique sound and meaningful origin. As a name of Native American origin, Tacoma carries a sense of history and connection to the land.
In popular culture, Tacoma has been used as a character name in various films and television shows, such as "Tacoma" in the video game "Fallout: New Vegas" and "Tacoma" in the Netflix series "Stranger Things." However, despite its increasing visibility in pop culture, Tacoma remains a rare and distinctive given name that carries a deep connection to its Native American roots.
The name Tacoma experienced notable fluctuations in popularity over the past four decades, with the highest number of babies named Tacoma occurring in 2002 (32 births). However, since then, its usage has steadily declined, with only 5 births recorded each year from 2020 to 2022. Overall, there have been a total of 204 births with the name Tacoma during this period.