Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tamica has American origins and is a modern variation of Tamara, which means 'date palm' in Hebrew. It has evolved from historical forms including Tamara and Tamika. The name is often associated with uniqueness and gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities. It does not have direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/təˈmiːkə/
Origin
American
Etymology
The name Tamica is a modern variation of the name Tamara, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'date palm'. It became popular as a name in the United States in the late 20th century.
Meaning
date palm
Language Evolution
Tamara, Tamika, Tamica
Historical Usage
Tamica gained popularity in the United States in the 1970s and 1980s, often associated with African American culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Tamika, Tamara, Tami
Modern Popularity & Image
Tamica is viewed as a contemporary and stylish name, often associated with uniqueness and individuality.
Famous People
Tamica Catnatch, Tamica Lee
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 180 peak births in 1976
Geographic Spread
Popular across 20 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1280th of 19264 | 1,401 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2603rd of 27321 | 694 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 19262nd of 35406 | 44 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
34.42% 1011th/2937 |
30.86% 1075th/3483 |
28.88% 1016th/3518 |
45.08% 1823rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
48.39% 1783rd/3685 |
55.24% 2472nd/4475 |
42.28% 2196th/5194 |
69.27% 4376th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Louisiana across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1280th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2603rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19262nd out of 35406 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.