People of the flower or palm tree
Tamika is a modern name popularized in the United States, likely derived from the Japanese name Tamiko, meaning 'child of the people.' In some contexts, it is associated with the Hebrew name Tamar, meaning 'palm tree,' or interpreted as 'sweet' in various African American naming traditions.
Less common today
Tamika isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #573 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
WNBA legend and Olympic gold medalist
Civil rights activist and organizer
Singer from the R&B group Xscape
