NAME PROFILE
Tenesha
Derived from the Japanese word for a curved, single-edged sword traditionally used by samurai; it characterizes an individual who is sharp-witted, resilient, and possesses a refined sense of discipline and elegance.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,438 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1984 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1973 |
| Most recent | 1991 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
IL — 29%CA — 24%NY — 19%TX — 17%GA — 12%
Notable People
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Nicknames & Diminutives
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