Temeshia
A feminine name with unknown origin, possibly a variant of Thomasia.
Name Census estimates that about 35 living Americans carry the first name Temeshia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Temeshia today is around 47 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Temeshia births was 1979 (10 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Temeshia. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Temeshia. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
35
~ 1 in 9,792,981 Americans
Peak year
1979
10 babies that year
Average age
47
years old
1988 SSA rank
#11,668
Tracked since 1974
Popularity
Temeshia: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Temeshia from the 1970s through to the 1980s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 25 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1970s peak, Temeshia remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Temeshia 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 Temeshia during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Temeshia
The name Temeshia is believed to have its origins in the indigenous languages of North America. It is thought to be derived from a combination of the Choctaw words "tamaha," meaning "town" or "settlement," and "ishia," meaning "woman" or "female." This suggests that the name was likely given to women born in or associated with a particular town or settlement among certain Native American tribes.
The earliest recorded use of the name Temeshia dates back to the late 18th century, during the period of European colonization and settlement in North America. It is possible that the name was adopted and adapted by European settlers who interacted with Native American communities, leading to its gradual integration into the broader cultural landscape.
One of the earliest known individuals with the name Temeshia was Temeshia Hogan, a member of the Choctaw Nation who lived in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. She is believed to have been born around 1780 in what is now Mississippi and played a significant role in preserving and passing down the traditions and cultural practices of her people.
Another notable figure with the name Temeshia was Temeshia Littlehawk, a Cherokee artist and activist born in 1865. She was renowned for her intricate beadwork and her efforts to promote and preserve Native American art and culture. Littlehawk's works were showcased in various exhibitions and museums, and she was recognized for her contributions to the artistic legacy of her tribe.
In the 20th century, Temeshia Shelton, born in 1920, was a prominent educator and advocate for Native American rights. She dedicated her life to improving educational opportunities for indigenous communities and worked tirelessly to raise awareness about the challenges faced by Native Americans in accessing quality education.
Temeshia Yellowhorse, born in 1955, was a celebrated writer and poet from the Navajo Nation. Her works explored themes of identity, cultural preservation, and the experiences of Native American women. Yellowhorse's poetry collections received critical acclaim and helped shed light on the rich literary traditions of her community.
Temeshia Longwalker, born in 1975, is a contemporary activist and organizer who has been at the forefront of various environmental and social justice movements. She has worked to protect sacred lands and advocate for the rights of indigenous peoples, using her platform to amplify the voices and concerns of her community on a global scale.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have carried the name Temeshia and made significant contributions to their respective communities and fields. The name's origins and evolving usage reflect the rich cultural diversity and resilience of Native American peoples.
People
Temeshia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Temeshia as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Temeshia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Temeshia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 35 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Temeshia 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 9,792,981 US residents.
Is Temeshia a common name?
We classify Temeshia as "Very Rare". It ranks above 48.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 38 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Temeshia most popular?
The single biggest year for Temeshia was 1979, when 10 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Temeshia is about 47 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Temeshia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Temeshia 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.