Tasha Wu

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Tasha Wu — Slavic
47K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Tasha Wu is a name that combines Slavic origins. The first name Tasha is a feminine given name of Slavic origin. Tasha is a primarily English-language feminine given name of Slavic origin, a shortening of Natasha, which means 'Christmas Day'. Notable people with the given name include: Tasha Alexander (born 1969), American author Tasha Baxter (born 1981), South African singer-songwriter Tasha Beeds, Canadian academic and professor Tasha Biltmore, American actress, playwright and director Tasha Boerner (born 1973), American politician Tasha Butts (1982–2023), American basketball player Tasha Danvers (born 1977), British athlete Tasha de Vasconcelos (born 1996), Mozambican-born Portuguese-Canadian model, a. The surname Wu: Wú is the pinyin transliteration of the Chinese surname 吳 (Simplified Chinese 吴), which is a common surname (family name) in Mainland China. Wú (吳) is the sixth name listed in the Song dynasty classic Hundred Family Surnames. In 2019 Wu was the ninth most common surname in Mainland China. A 2013 study found that it was the eighth most common surname, shared by 26,800,000 people or 2.000% of the population, with the province having the most being Guangdong. Tasha is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 47K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Tasha reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Tasha

Slavic

Tasha is a primarily English-language feminine given name of Slavic origin, a shortening of Natasha, which means 'Christmas Day'. Notable people with the given name include: Tasha Alexander (born 1969), American author Tasha Baxter (born 1981), South African singer-songwriter Tasha Beeds, Canadian academic and professor Tasha Biltmore, American actress, playwright and director Tasha Boerner (born 1973), American politician Tasha Butts (1982–2023), American basketball player Tasha Danvers (born 1977), British athlete Tasha de Vasconcelos (born 1996), Mozambican-born Portuguese-Canadian model, a.

Surname: Wu

Vietnamese

Wú is the pinyin transliteration of the Chinese surname 吳 (Simplified Chinese 吴), which is a common surname (family name) in Mainland China. Wú (吳) is the sixth name listed in the Song dynasty classic Hundred Family Surnames. In 2019 Wu was the ninth most common surname in Mainland China. A 2013 study found that it was the eighth most common surname, shared by 26,800,000 people or 2.000% of the population, with the province having the most being Guangdong.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Tasha is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 53%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Tasha by decade, based on birth registration data:

1900s
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Notable People Named Tasha Wu

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Tasha Wu:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Tasha?
The first name Tasha originates from Slavic. Tasha is a primarily English-language feminine given name of Slavic origin, a shortening of Natasha, which means 'Christmas Day'. Notable people with the given name include: Tasha Alexander (born 1969), American author Tasha Baxter (born 1981), South African singer-songwriter Tasha Beeds, Canadian academic and professor Tasha Biltmore, American actress, playwright and director Tasha Boerner (born 1973), American politician Tasha Butts (1982–2023), American basketball player Tasha Danvers (born 1977), British athlete Tasha de Vasconcelos (born 1996), Mozambican-born Portuguese-Canadian model, a.
When was Tasha most popular?
The name Tasha reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Wu?
The surname Wu originates from Vietnamese. Wú is the pinyin transliteration of the Chinese surname 吳 (Simplified Chinese 吴), which is a common surname (family name) in Mainland China. Wú (吳) is the sixth name listed in the Song dynasty classic Hundred Family Surnames. In 2019 Wu was the ninth most common surname in Mainland China. A 2013 study found that it was the eighth most common surname, shared by 26,800,000 people or 2.000% of the population, with the province having the most being Guangdong.
What are the origins of the name Tasha Wu?
The name Tasha Wu combines two different traditions: the first name Tasha has Slavic roots, while the surname Wu originates from Vietnamese.
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