Tanishia is of American origin, derived from African roots. It is a unique and expressive given name, typically bestowed upon females. Spelled with ten letters, it starts with the letter 'T' and ends with the vowel 'A'. The name Tanishia contains five consonants ('T', 'N', 'S', 'H', 'I') and five vowels ('A', 'A', 'I', 'I', 'A'). It has a rhythmical flow when spoken aloud, with the syllables landing on alternating stresses: Ta-NISH-ee-ah. The name Tanishia is not commonly found in other languages or cultures, making it distinctively American. Its uniqueness may contribute to its appeal among parents seeking an uncommon yet meaningful name for their child.
The name Tanishia experienced a significant rise in popularity during the late 1970s to mid-1980s, with a peak of 34 births in 1982. However, it began to decline afterwards, reaching its lowest point in recent years with only 5 births each in 1996 and 1997. Overall, there were 563 babies named Tanishia from 1970 to 1999.