Tawanda
Tawanda is a girl baby name. Ranked #19,408 in the US, popular nicknames include Taw, Tay, and Tawie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Tawanda first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 4,048 babies have been named Tawanda in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tawanda is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,408 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #19,408
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Tawanda
Tawanda is a girl name .
Tawanda is currently ranked #19,408 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Tawanda include Taw, Tay, Tawie, and Tawaie. 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