Tarnisha
Tarnisha is a girl baby name. Ranked #62,062 in the US, popular nicknames include Tar, Tay, and Tarie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Tarnisha first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 397 babies have been named Tarnisha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tarnisha is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #62,062 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #62,062
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Tarnisha
Tarnisha is a girl name .
Tarnisha is currently ranked #62,062 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Tarnisha include Tar, Tay, Tarie, and Tarnie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis