Tashia is of American origin, derived from a variant spelling of Tasheba, which itself comes from Native American names meaning 'beauty'. It gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century. The name Tashia has a unique sound and spelling, making it distinctive yet easy to pronounce.
The name Tashia experienced significant popularity from the mid-60s to the late-80s, peaking twice at 109 births in 1980 and 111 births in 1985. However, its usage has steadily declined since, with fewer than 20 births per year recorded since 1997. As of 2014, Tashia has seen a total of 2359 births over the past five decades.