Tamika
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About Tamika
Tamika is a feminine name with African origins, particularly derived from Swahili. It means 'sweet' or 'sweetheart' and gained significant popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s. The name embodies warmth and affection, reflecting positive personality traits. Tamika reached its peak popularity in 1975 but has gradually declined since then. Despite this decline, it remains recognized and appreciated for its melodic sound and positive connotations. The name is often associated with strength and sweetness, making it a meaningful choice that balances distinctive character with familiarity.
Tamika is also given to boys.
Pronounced tuh-MEE-kuh.
As of October 2026, Tamika ranked #9462 in US births in 1991 SSA, peaked at #2694 in 1976.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
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Tamika on lists
Famous Tamikas
- Tamika Devonne CatchingsGirl
American basketball player
- Tamika WhitmoreGirl
American basketball player
- Tamika Maria WilliamsGirl
American basketball player and coach
- Tamika Sonja LawrenceGirl
American actress and singer
- Tamika DomrowGirl
Australian synchronized swimmer
- Tamika D. MalloryGirl
American co,chair of the Women's March
Tamika in pop culture
- Tamika JonesGirl
character on animated TV series "Class of 3000"
- Tamika FlynnGirl
character on podcast 'Welcome to Night Vale'. Leader of teen militia who lead a resistance against StrexCorp. Now a council woman.