Tonisha is an uncommon yet distinctive female given name of African-American origin, derived from the combination of 'Toni' and 'Shay'. It gained popularity during the late 20th century, with its peak usage in the United States around the mid-1980s to early 1990s. The name Tonisha is often associated with strength, uniqueness, and a distinctively modern sound.
The name Tonisha gained popularity throughout the late twentieth century, peaking between 1987 and 1993 with over 80 births each year during this period. The name saw a significant decrease in usage from 1995 onwards, dropping to single-digit figures by 2000. Overall, Tonisha has been given to 2224 babies between 1970 and 2009.