Tomeika
A feminine name of uncertain origin and meaning, potentially related to Greek "Thomaos" meaning "twin" or "Thomas".
Name Census estimates that about 232 living Americans carry the first name Tomeika. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Tomeika today is around 47 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Tomeika births was 1975 (32 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Tomeika. 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
232
~ 1 in 1,477,389 Americans
Peak year
1975
32 babies that year
Average age
47
years old
1991 SSA rank
#15,301
Tracked since 1971
Popularity
Tomeika: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Tomeika from the 1970s through to the 1990s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 155 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1970s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Tomeika 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 Tomeika 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 Tomeika
The name Tomeika is a relatively modern name with origins that are somewhat uncertain. It appears to be a combination of the more common names Tomeka and Tamika, both of which have roots in African languages.
Tomeka is believed to be derived from the Swahili word "mtumke," which means "servant" or "slave." The name was likely brought to the United States during the transatlantic slave trade and gained popularity among African Americans in the 20th century.
Tamika, on the other hand, is thought to have its origins in the West African language of Yoruba. The name is a combination of the Yoruba words "tami" (to make, create, or fashion) and "ika" (this or that), suggesting a meaning of "this is made" or "this is created."
The earliest recorded use of the name Tomeika is difficult to pinpoint, as it is a relatively recent invention. However, some notable individuals have borne this name throughout history.
One of the earliest known Tomeikas was Tomeika Ashe, an American artist and educator born in 1950. She was known for her vibrant and expressive paintings that explored themes of identity, spirituality, and African American culture.
Another notable Tomeika was Tomeika Badgett, an American business executive and entrepreneur born in 1971. She founded the successful company Tomeika's Tasties, which specialized in gourmet snacks and catering services.
In the field of sports, Tomeika Campbell was a Jamaican track and field athlete who competed in the 1996 and 2000 Olympic Games. Born in 1972, she specialized in the 100-meter and 200-meter sprints.
Tomeika Neely, born in 1979, was a prominent figure in the American entertainment industry. She worked as a television producer and executive, contributing to numerous popular shows and networks.
Finally, Tomeika Gibbs, born in 1983, was an American author and motivational speaker known for her inspirational books and workshops focused on personal growth and empowerment.
While the name Tomeika may be relatively modern, it has been embraced by individuals from various backgrounds and walks of life, each leaving their mark in their respective fields.
People
Tomeika + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Tomeika 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
Tomeika: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Tomeika?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 232 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Tomeika 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 1,477,389 US residents.
Is Tomeika a common name?
We classify Tomeika as "Very Rare". It ranks above 76.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 252 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Tomeika most popular?
The single biggest year for Tomeika was 1975, when 32 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Tomeika is about 47 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Tomeika a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Tomeika 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.