Derived from Tamika, meaning palm tree or people
Tamekia is an American variant of Tamika, which rose to prominence in the 1970s. While its exact etymology is debated, it is often linked to the Japanese name Tamiko, meaning child of the people, or the Hebrew name Tamar, meaning palm tree.
Less common today
Tamekia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,871 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American actress known for various television roles
