UK girl's name
Tamica
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly from Tamika.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2003. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Tamica is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Tamica popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2003 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4373, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1998, with 7 births.
This profile covers 18 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 1998 to 2003. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 43% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 18 living people in the UK are called Tamica. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2004 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Tamica ranked #4373 for girls in England and Wales in 2003, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1998, when 7 girls were registered as Tamica.
- • About 18 living people in the UK are estimated to have Tamica as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4373
2003
Births in 2003
3
Latest year
Peak year
1998
7 births
Estimated living
18
2026
Meaning
What does Tamica mean?
The name Tamica is a relatively modern name that appears to have originated in the United States in the 20th century. It is likely a blend of the names Tamara and Tamika, both of which have roots in various languages and cultures.
Tamara is a name of Russian origin, derived from the Hebrew name Tamar, which means "date palm tree." It was popularized in the 19th century by the novel "Tamara" by Mikhail Lermontov. Tamika, on the other hand, is a name of African-American origin, potentially derived from the Swahili word "tamka," meaning "to speak."
While the exact origins of the name Tamica are unclear, it is believed to have emerged in the mid-20th century as a unique combination of these two names. It may have been influenced by the growing popularity of African-American and Russian-inspired names during this period.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Tamica can be found in the 1940 United States Census, where a small number of individuals were listed with this name. However, it did not gain widespread usage until the latter half of the 20th century.
Over the years, several notable individuals have borne the name Tamica. One such person is Tamica Washington (born 1975), an American singer and songwriter who has worked with various artists, including Erykah Badu and D'Angelo. Another is Tamica Mayes (born 1982), an American professional basketball player who played in the WNBA for several teams.
Additionally, Tamica Ward (born 1985) is an American former professional basketball player who played in the WNBA for the Connecticut Sun. Tamica Mallory (born 1980) is an American activist and co-founder of the Women's March on Washington. Tamica Leonard (born 1987) is an American professional basketball player who has played in the WNBA and overseas.
While the name Tamica is not as widely used as some other names, it has gained recognition and popularity among various communities, particularly in the United States. Its unique blend of cultural influences and modern appeal has contributed to its enduring presence in the naming traditions of the 20th and 21st centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Tamica over time
The chart below shows babies named Tamica registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1998 to 2003. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Tamica, the clearest high point is 1998. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2003, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Tamica by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Tamica was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3891 | 7 | 2 |
| 1990s | #2695 | 11 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Tamica
- Tia 15,569
- Thea 12,888
- Tilly 11,524
- Taylor 7,401
- Tegan 6,583
- Tabitha 6,462
- Talia 5,198
- Tara 5,114
- Tiffany 4,653
- Tallulah 4,442
- Tiana 3,570
- Tamara 3,405
FAQ
Tamica: questions and answers
How popular is the name Tamica in the UK right now?
In 2003, Tamica was ranked #4373 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Tamica most popular?
The peak year on record was 1998, with 7 babies registered as Tamica in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Tamica?
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly from Tamika.
How many people are called Tamica in the UK?
A total of 18 babies have been registered as Tamica across the 4 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.