Tasha
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
35,621 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1980 Peak Popularity Year
2,277 Peak Births

Tasha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Tasha is a name with Greek origins, meaning 'birthday', that evolved from Natalia to Natasha and finally to Tasha. It reflects traits of friendliness and creativity. The name has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the mid-20th century.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tasha"

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Pronunciation

/ˈtæʃə/

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Origin

Greek

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Etymology

Tasha is often considered a diminutive form of the name Natasha, which is derived from the Russian name Natalia, meaning 'birthday' or 'born on Christmas Day'.

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Meaning

birthday

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Language Evolution

Natalia, Natasha, Tasha

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Historical Usage

Tasha gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States, as a trendy and informal name.

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Variants & Derivatives

Natasha, Tash, Tashie

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Modern Popularity & Image

Tasha is often perceived as a friendly and approachable name, commonly associated with warmth and creativity.

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Famous People

Tasha Tudor, Tasha Smith, Tasha Cobbs Leonard

📊 Tasha Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Tasha Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 2,277 peak births in 1980

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity

Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tasha"

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 of "Tasha"

"Tasha" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 5385th of 10718 56
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 8502nd of 16616 50
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 2808th of 12526 321
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 293rd of 19264 14,345
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 241st of 27321 18,935
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 1847th of 35406 1,694
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 6537th of 30306 220

Regional Popularity of "Tasha" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Tasha" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - 95.37%
2721st/2853
63.10%
1751st/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
9.60%
282nd/2937
9.36%
326th/3483
7.39%
260th/3518
8.75%
354th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
5.35%
197th/3685
6.46%
289th/4475
4.08%
212th/5194
4.84%
306th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
32.61%
1494th/4582
32.67%
1687th/5164
35.35%
2585th/7313
27.83%
2077th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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State-by-State Popularity of "Tasha"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Tasha" 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 of "Tasha" in the United States

The name Tasha is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Tasha 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, 'Tasha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5385th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8502nd out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2808th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 293rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 241st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1847th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6537th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Tasha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Tasha name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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