Tykisha, of African origin, is a unique and distinctive female given name. It is composed of two elements, 'Ty', which means 'of nobility' or 'warrior', and 'Kisha', meaning 'bear' in Akan culture. This name carries the meanings of noble bear or warrior bear. Tykisha gained popularity during the 1970s and 1980s, contributing to its current rarity. Spelling variations include Tychisha and Tykeisha.
The name Tykisha experienced fluctuations in popularity throughout the years, with peaks in certain decades and noticeable drops in others. Between 1973 and 1995, there were consistent births each year, ranging from a low of 5 to a high of 16. After 1995, the name's usage decreased significantly, with only two years (2000) seeing more than five births within the provided data set. Overall, Tykisha was chosen for 181 newborns during this period.