22 African American Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With T

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Taraji	Girl	To hope; To wish for
Taniya	Girl	Puzzle; Tangle; Confuse; Breath of life
Talaya	Girl	Dew from heaven; Flower
Teanna	Girl	A Christian; To anoint
Takiyah	Girl	Pious; Righteous
Taisha	Girl	Alive
Tamyra	Girl	Date palm
Tayja	Girl	A little gem; Gift from God
Tanesha	Girl	Ambition; Puzzle; Tangle; Confuse
Taijah	Unisex	Crown; Sapling; Honorable; One who maintains or possesses the well

Tangela	Girl	Messenger
Tiesha	Girl	Alive; Living
Trenyce	Girl	Miracle
Taesha	Unisex	Living; Alive
Tamisha	Girl	Beautiful child
Tenika	Girl	People's victory; Beautiful child
Takisha	Girl	Cassia; Cinnamon; Alive
Tasheena	Girl	Her blanket; Shawl
Tysha	Girl	Christmas Day
Tanisha	Unisex	Ambition

Thaneesha	Girl	Ambition
Tijuana	Unisex	By the sea

Infographic: Popular African American Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With T

African American Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With T are a beautiful blend of cultural values and traditions. In addition to being deeply meaningful, they carry stories of heritage and hopes for the future. Our infographic below shares some charming choices that are distinct, elegant, and timeless. Explore the list to find a name that would be an added gem to your child's shining personality. Share this infographic with other expecting parents and help them find a rare jewel for their children.

African American Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With T(infographic)

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