Tema
Tema is a girl baby name. Ranked #66,621 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Tema first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 158 babies have been named Tema in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tema is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #66,621 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #66,621
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Tema
Tema is a girl name .
Tema is currently ranked #66,621 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Tema include Temperance . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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