Tenisha

Tenisha appears to be a modern variant of names like Tanisha or Tanesha. The name likely emerged in the United States in the 1970s. While its exact etymology is uncertain, it may be a variant spelling of Tanisha, which some sources suggest could be derived from a Swahili word meaning 'born on Monday' (though this connection is debated by linguists). Alternatively, it might be a creative variation combining popular name elements and sounds. Tenisha gained modest popularity through the 1980s and 1990s in the United States. The name exemplifies a naming pattern featuring melodic sounds with the feminine '-isha' ending, which became popular in various American communities during this period. The name's usage has declined since its peak in the 1990s.

Pronounced tuh-NEE-shuh.

As of October 2026, Tenisha ranked #19044 for girls in US births in 2013 SSA, peaked at #744 for girls in 1983.