Tawana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tawana has African American origins, meaning to be brave or strong. It has evolved in its use primarily in the United States, reflecting cultural pride. The name has no biblical references and gained popularity during the 20th century as a representation of identity. It is associated with positive traits and has notable figures linked to it.
The name Tawana is most popular in District of Columbia, USA 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, Tawana 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, 'Tawana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5172nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1461st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 639th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1647th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14985th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Tawana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tawana"
Pronunciation
/təˈwɑːnə/
Origin
African American
Etymology
The name Tawana is believed to have originated from African American communities in the United States, possibly derived from a combination of elements from various African languages and cultural influences.
Meaning
To be brave, strong, or courageous.
Language Evolution
Tawana
Historical Usage
Tawana gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century, particularly among African American communities, as a symbol of cultural identity and strength.
Variants & Derivatives
Tawana, Tawannah
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Tawana is viewed positively, often associated with strength and resilience, and is recognized as a unique and culturally significant name.
Famous People
Tawana Brawley, an American woman involved in a controversial legal case in the 1980s.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tawana"
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 "Tawana"
"Tawana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5172nd of 9204 | 49 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1461st of 12526 | 960 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 639th of 19264 | 4,109 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1647th of 27321 | 1,350 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 14985th of 35406 | 77 |
Regional Popularity of "Tawana" by Generation for 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 of "Tawana" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
100.00% 2213th/2213 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 1425th/1425 |
100.00% 1483rd/1483 |
100.00% 1102nd/1102 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 606th/606 |
100.00% 530th/530 |
100.00% 523rd/523 |
100.00% 1906th/1906 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 1302nd/1302 |
100.00% 1289th/1289 |
100.00% 1312th/1312 |
100.00% 3269th/3269 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tawana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tawana" 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.