Taquanna

Taquanna is a feminine name that emerged in American naming patterns in the latter part of the 20th century. The name may be a creative variation combining elements from different naming traditions. The 'Ta-' prefix appears in many contemporary names, while the '-quanna' element may relate to names like Quanisha or Quanna. Linguistically, it could also show influence from names containing similar sounds like Tawanna or Shaquanna. Taquanna gained modest usage primarily in the 1980s and 1990s but has remained relatively uncommon in official naming statistics. The name exemplifies the innovative approach to naming that became more prevalent in the late 20th century, characterized by distinctive prefixes and suffixes combined to create unique personal names with appealing rhythmic qualities.

Pronounced tah-KWAH-nuh.

As of October 2026, Taquanna ranked #13230 for girls in US births in 1995 SSA, peaked at #8687 for girls in 1987.