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Tresha

Female

« Tresha is a unique African-American female name from the 1970s, believed to be a blend of Tracey and Shawna, potentially meaning 'traced' or 'from the wooded area'. It was most popular in the US during the 1980s-1990s. »

#9762 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Tresha is a unique and distinctive female name of African-American origin. It is believed to have emerged during the 1970s as part of the trend for creating new names by blending different sounds and syllables. The meaning of Tresha is not explicitly known, as it is not derived from any specific language or tradition. However, some people believe that Tresha may be a blend of two names: Tracey and Shawna. If this is indeed the case, then Tresha could potentially mean " traced" or "from the wooded area," depending on how one interprets the meanings of its possible component parts. Despite its uncertain origin and meaning, Tresha has gained some popularity over the years. According to data from the Social Security Administration in the United States, Tresha was most popular during the 1980s and 1990s, with peak usage in 1994 when it ranked #723rd among girls' names. Today, Tresha continues to be used as a given name for baby girls, although its popularity has waned somewhat since its heyday. It remains a unique choice for parents looking for a distinctive and memorable name for their daughter.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Tresha since 1880

Total births
649
Total since 1880
Peak year
1970
34 births
in 2002
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years