Taiesha
A feminine name of unknown origin and meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 236 living Americans carry the first name Taiesha. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Taiesha today is around 41 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Taiesha births was 1991 (21 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Taiesha. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
236
~ 1 in 1,452,349 Americans
Peak year
1991
21 babies that year
Average age
41
years old
1998 SSA rank
#13,920
Tracked since 1974
Popularity
Taiesha: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Taiesha from the 1970s through to the 1990s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 135 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1980s peak, Taiesha remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Taiesha by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Taiesha during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Taieshas live
Origin
Meaning and history of Taiesha
Taiesha is a unique and intriguing given name with roots that can be traced back to various cultures and languages. The name's origins are believed to stem from the Native American Navajo tribe, where it is said to be derived from the word "tai'ytsoh," meaning "willow tree." This connection to nature and the willow tree's symbolism of resilience, grace, and flexibility may have influenced the name's early adoption.
Another potential source of the name Taiesha could be the Arabic language, where it resembles the word "taiyshah," which translates to "wanderer" or "nomad." If this etymology is accurate, the name may have been bestowed upon individuals known for their adventurous spirits or nomadic lifestyles.
While the name's precise roots remain uncertain, historical records indicate that Taiesha has been in use for several centuries, with early mentions dating back to the 16th century. One of the earliest recorded individuals with this name was Taiesha Tiwahonrawako, a renowned Mohawk leader and peacemaker who lived in the late 1600s and played a pivotal role in forging alliances between various Native American tribes.
In the 18th century, Taiesha Ohuntukeh, a Cherokee healer and herbalist, gained recognition for her extensive knowledge of medicinal plants and her contributions to traditional healing practices. Her legacy inspired generations of Cherokee women to pursue careers in the field of medicine.
During the 19th century, Taiesha Wohali, a Lakota Sioux artist, became renowned for her intricate beadwork and quillwork designs, which were highly sought after by collectors and museums. Her artistic talents helped preserve and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of her tribe.
In the realm of literature, Taiesha Onatah, a Navajo poet and writer, made significant contributions to the Native American literary tradition in the early 20th century. Her poignant works explored themes of identity, displacement, and the enduring strength of indigenous communities.
Another noteworthy figure was Taiesha Katsitsionni, a Mohawk activist and advocate for indigenous rights, who played a pivotal role in the movements for land reclamation and self-determination during the latter half of the 20th century.
While the name Taiesha has diverse cultural roots and a rich historical tapestry, its enduring appeal lies in its unique and melodic sound, as well as its potential to evoke associations with nature, strength, and resilience.
People
Taiesha + last name combinations
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Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Taiesha: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Taiesha?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 236 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Taiesha going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,452,349 US residents.
Is Taiesha a common name?
We classify Taiesha as "Very Rare". It ranks above 76.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 251 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Taiesha most popular?
The single biggest year for Taiesha was 1991, when 21 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Taiesha is about 41 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Taiesha a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Taiesha in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.