Unknown; possibly a modern variation of Danica or Tanika
Teneka is a modern American name of uncertain etymology. It likely emerged in the late 20th century as a phonetic variation of names like Tanika or the Slavic Danica, which means 'morning star.' Due to its rare usage, it does not have a single established historical meaning.
Less common today
Teneka isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,169 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
