Modern invented name, possibly meaning small or unique
Tynika is a modern American coinage likely created by combining the popular 'Ty-' prefix with the suffix '-nika'. It may have been influenced by names like Tamika or Danika, or intended as a diminutive form of Tyra or Tina. Its usage peaked in the late 20th century within African American communities.
Less common today
Tynika isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,112 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
