Tyeshia
An invented feminine name of unknown origin, perhaps intended to blend Tyra and Keisha.
Name Census estimates that about 1,041 living Americans carry the first name Tyeshia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Tyeshia today is around 37 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Tyeshia births was 1991 (76 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Tyeshia. 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
1.0K
~ 1 in 329,255 Americans
Peak year
1991
76 babies that year
Average age
37
years old
2007 SSA rank
#17,502
Tracked since 1972
Popularity
Tyeshia: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Tyeshia from the 1970s through to the 2000s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 449 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Tyeshia 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 Tyeshia during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Tyeshias live
The SSA's state-level files cover 15 states and territories. Georgia, Illinois, South Carolina recorded the most babies named Tyeshia, while New Jersey, Louisiana, District of Columbia recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 16 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Tyeshia
The name Tyeshia has its origins in the African American community, emerging in the late 20th century as a unique and creative name. It is believed to be a combination of the names Tyesha and Keisha, both of which have roots in West African languages such as Yoruba and Igbo.
While the exact derivation of Tyeshia is uncertain, some scholars suggest that it may be a variation of the name Teyeshua, which is a Yoruba name meaning "to worship God." Others trace its roots to the Igbo name Kechukwu, which translates to "thank God." The blending of these African names and cultural influences gave rise to the distinctive name Tyeshia.
Despite its relatively recent emergence, Tyeshia has gained popularity and recognition within the African American community. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the 1990s, when it began appearing in birth records and public documents.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Tyeshia. Tyeshia Simmons, born in 1987, is an American track and field athlete who specializes in the long jump and triple jump. She has represented the United States in various international competitions and won multiple medals.
Tyeshia Jones, born in 1992, is an American professional basketball player who currently plays for the Connecticut Sun in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). She was a standout player at Western Kentucky University before being drafted in 2015.
Tyeshia Poindexter, born in 1981, is an American singer and songwriter known for her work in the gospel music genre. She has released several albums and has been nominated for various awards, including Stellar Awards and Dove Awards.
Tyeshia Massey, born in 1980, is an American entrepreneur and business executive. She is the founder and CEO of a successful tech startup focused on providing innovative solutions for the healthcare industry.
Tyeshia Williams, born in 1988, is an American actress and model. She has appeared in various television shows, films, and commercials, showcasing her talent and versatility as a performer.
These individuals, along with many others, have contributed to the rich tapestry of the name Tyeshia, representing diverse fields and accomplishments while carrying the cultural significance and resonance of their unique name.
People
Tyeshia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Tyeshia 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
Tyeshia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Tyeshia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,041 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Tyeshia 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 329,255 US residents.
Is Tyeshia a common name?
We classify Tyeshia as "Rare". It ranks above 90.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,093 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Tyeshia most popular?
The single biggest year for Tyeshia was 1991, when 76 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Tyeshia is about 37 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Tyeshia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Tyeshia 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.