Combination name; likely a variant of Tanisha
Tenisha is a modern American creation, likely formed by blending the popular prefix 'Te-' with the suffix '-nisha'. It is often considered a variant of Tanisha, which rose to prominence in the late 20th century. While its exact etymology is fluid, it is frequently associated with African American naming traditions.
Less common today
Tenisha isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,217 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Former member of the Michigan House of Representatives
