Find out how popular the first name Tamika has been for the last 48 years (from 1974 to 2021) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Tamika by gender

Based on the last 48 years of data, Tamika is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 100% of people named Tamika being female.

For the most recent data in 2021, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Tamika.

The history of the first name Tamika

The name Tamika is a modern feminine given name that originated in the United States during the 20th century. It is believed to be a combination of the names Tamara and Mikaela, or a variation of the name Tamica, which itself is a blend of the names Tamara and Michaela.

Tamika does not have a direct etymological origin from any specific language or culture. It is an invented name that gained popularity in the United States, particularly among African American communities, in the latter half of the 20th century.

While there are no historical references or ancient texts mentioning the name Tamika, it has been borne by several notable individuals in more recent times. One of the earliest known bearers of the name was Tamika Catchings, an American professional basketball player born in 1979, who played in the WNBA for the Indiana Fever.

Another prominent figure with the name Tamika is Tamika Mallory, an American activist and former co-chair of the Women's March on Washington, born in 1981. Tamika Newhouse, an American author and entrepreneur born in 1976, is also a notable bearer of the name.

In the entertainment industry, Tamika Scott, an American actress and singer born in 1977, has been active in television and film since the late 1990s. Tamika Patridge, an American television personality and model born in 1986, is also a well-known public figure with the name.

While the name Tamika does not have a long historical lineage, it has gained popularity and recognition in recent decades, particularly in the United States. Its origin as a blend of more traditional names reflects the creative naming trends of the late 20th century.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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