Tameka
Tameka is a girl baby name. Ranked #37,139 in the US, popular nicknames include Tam, Tay, and Tamie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Tameka first appeared in US Social Security records in 1965.
Over 12,730 babies have been named Tameka in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tameka is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #37,139 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #37,139
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Also a Boy Name
Tameka is also used as a boy name, ranked #21370.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tameka
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About the Name Tameka
Tameka is a girl name .
Is Tameka a boy or girl name? Tameka is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #37,139 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #21,370. Tameka is more commonly used as a boy name.
Tameka is currently ranked #37,139 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Tameka include Tam, Tay, Tamie, and Tameie. 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