How Many People Are Named Taneka?
Complete statistics for the name Taneka: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Taneka is a unique name with very rare usage, only 1,467 people in the US today share it, making up just 1 in 224,958 Americans. The majority of those named Taneka are now in their forties, with the peak year of popularity being 1982 when 106 babies were given this name.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 43All 1,519 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1982Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Taneka Through the Generations
Taneka has seen a steady presence throughout the decades, with its popularity peaking in 1982. Since then, it's maintained a stable trend, with most individuals named Taneka falling within the 30-60 age range. This indicates that while the name isn't as trendy as some newer options, it's also not fading away, suggesting a balance between classic and modern appeal.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Taneka's American roots
📄 About the Name Taneka
How Many People Have the Name Taneka?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,467 people in the United States currently share the name Taneka. That works out to roughly 1 in every 224,958 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Taneka a Common or Rare Name?
Taneka is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Taneka Mean?
Taneka means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from American origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Taneka in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Taneka Most Popular?
The name Taneka reached peak popularity in 1982, with 106 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Taneka?
Approximately 1,467 people named Taneka live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,519. That works out to roughly 1 in 224,958 Americans.
Is Taneka a rare name?
Taneka is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 224,958 Americans has this name.
What does the name Taneka mean?
Taneka means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from American origins.
Is Taneka more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Taneka are male and 100% are female.
When was Taneka most popular?
Taneka peaked in 1982 with 106 births that year. Current trend: Stable.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.