Unknown; likely a variant of Topanga meaning 'where the mountain meets the sea'
Tapanga is most commonly recognized as a modern variation of Topanga, a name derived from the Tongva Native American language. It refers to a specific canyon and coastal region in California. The name gained significant pop-culture visibility in the 1990s, though this specific spelling remains rare.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Tapanga in 2025.
Iconic female lead character in the sitcom Boy Meets World · Boy Meets World
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
