Tashanda
Meaning of Tashanda
Tashanda is a modern North American given name, likely coined in the early 1970s as an imaginative extension of the diminutive Tasha, itself derived from Natasha. Pronounced tuh-SHAN-duh (/təˈʃæn.də/) in English, it aligns with a late-20th-century trend of inventive name formation among Anglo-American communities. Although it never achieved widespread use—peaking at rank 742 in 1978 and notably never cracking the top 700—it maintained modest traction through the 1970s and ’80s. The combination of resonant consonants and open vowels bestows a poised yet approachable tone, and it carries connotations of individuality, creativity and a subtle departure from more conventional names. For parents seeking a choice that balances melodic familiarity with distinctive flair, Tashanda offers a measuredly uncommon option.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as tuh-SHAN-duh (/təˈʃæn.də/)
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