Taneka
Taneka is a girl baby name. Ranked #62,429 in the US, popular nicknames include Tan, Tay, and Tanie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Taneka first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 1,519 babies have been named Taneka in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Taneka is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #62,429 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #62,429
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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About the Name Taneka
Taneka is a girl name .
Taneka is currently ranked #62,429 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Taneka include Tan, Tay, Tanie, and Taneie. 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