Tenika is of African origin, meaning 'Creator' or 'God created'. It's derived from the KiSwahili word 'Nika', which translates to create or accomplish something. This name has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the English-speaking world.
"The name Tenika had a significant rise in popularity between 1973 and 1982, with the highest number of births recorded at 157 in 1982. After that peak, it gradually declined until reaching a low of 5 births in 1998."