Taiesha

“Joyful”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1834US 2023

366Births / yr

→Stable

251All-time births

📅 Since 197400

How to pronounce Taiesha

TEYE·ESH·AH

/ˈtaɪ.ˈɛsh.ˈɑ/ · stress on TEYE · 3 syllables

“Joyful”

American origin · Girl name

What does Taiesha mean and where does it come from?

Taiesha is a modern name, largely popular in the United States. It is often regarded as a variant of Tyesha or Tasha, representing joy or satisfaction. It emerged prominently in the late 20th century, especially in African American communities, reflecting cultural movements and trends. Notable beare

Cultural significance

Taiesha has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of joyful.

Peak popularity

Reached #4144 in 1984 — currently #1834 in the US.

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How else can you spell Taiesha?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Taiesha?

Taiesha works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Taiesha Grace

How popular is Taiesha right now?

Holding steady — currently #1834 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#1834 · Top 1.4%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1834	366	▲ up 5 · +6% births
2022	#1839	346	▲ up 5 · +9% births
2021	#1844	316	▲ up 12314 · +6220% births
1995	#14158	5	▼ down 4429 · -37% births
1990	#9729	8	▼ down 4125 · -38% births
1985	#5604	13	▲ up 645 · +18% births
1980	#6249	11	▲ up 3920 · +120% births
1975	#10169	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Taiesha

Best Year2023Rank #1834

Peak Count366

Average Rank#6428

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1975 - 20238 years

The story of Taiesha

Taiesha is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1974. With 251 total births recorded, Taiesha remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10169 in 1975 to #1834 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Taiesha in 1984:

Jennifer Jessica Ashley Amanda Sarah

Taiesha by decade

Taiesha peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	55
1980s ★	135
1990s	61

💎Taiesha has only 251 total recorded births since 1974 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Taiesha?

Common

TaiTaieTaiieTaiyEsha

What names sound and feel like Taiesha?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Taiesha also consider these

Taiasha

American · A kind of

Takiesha

American · A modern invented

Tamiesha

American · Combination of names

Taniesha

American · English

Taliesha

American · Noble or exalted

Tanesha

American · the one who

Taisha

American · Daughter

Talesha

American · Combination of Talia

Common questions about the name Taiesha

What does the name Taiesha mean?

Taiesha means "Joyful" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Taiesha?

Taiesha is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Taiesha?

Taiesha originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Taiesha?

Taiesha is a three-syllable name pronounced T AY1 EH1 S HH AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Taiesha?

Taiesha pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.