Markiah is a unique and captivating female given name of African American origin. It is believed to have been created by author Eric Jerome Dickey for his character Markiah Mitchell in his novel "Thug Lovin'" published in 2006. The name has since gained popularity, particularly within the African American community.
The meaning and history behind the name Markiah are not widely known as it was not derived from an existing name or language. However, Eric Jerome Dickey has stated that he created the name to represent his ideal woman - strong, independent, intelligent, and beautiful both inside and out.
Markiah is a compelling choice for parents looking for a distinctive name for their daughter. Its African American origin adds a rich cultural heritage to the name, while its unique spelling and sound make it stand out from other names of similar pronunciation like Mariah or Marcia.
The name Markiah has seen fluctuations in its popularity over the years in the United States. In 1996, there were only 5 births with this unique name. However, by 2001, the number of babies named Markiah had nearly doubled to 11 births. After a slight decrease to 7 births in 2002, the popularity of the name remained consistent, with 5 births each year from 2004 to 2006.
Interestingly, there was another uptick in the usage of the name Markiah starting in 2007. That year, 8 babies were given this name, and this number was repeated again in 2009 and 2012. Overall, from 1996 to 2012, there were a total of 62 births for the name Markiah in the United States. These statistics demonstrate that while Markiah may not be one of the most popular names, it has maintained a steady presence over time and has even experienced periods of increased usage.