Tarkisha
tar-KEE-shah
Tarkisha is a girl’s name of African origin, meaning “Likely a modern, invented name blending sounds from other names.”, and peaked in popularity in 1976.
What Tarkisha Means
“Likely a modern, invented name blending sounds from other names.”
The Story of Tarkisha
A name that graced the world for just one year, Tarkisha waits for a friendly, confident daughter ready to embrace her independent spirit.
Tarkisha appears to be a modern, invented name, likely with African influences, first recorded in 1976. It combines familiar phonetic elements to create a name that feels both accessible and striking.
You imagine your daughter, Tarkisha, as a friendly and confident individual with an independent streak. This name reflects the outgoing nature and self-assuredness you hope she will carry throughout her life.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#5 in 1976
Total Births
5
First Recorded
1976
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