Daneisha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationduh-NEE-sha / /dəˈniːʃə/American; African American
Meaning
Derived from the name Dena; possibly a modern blend of names
Historical & Cultural Background
Daneisha is a contemporary name that emerged in the United States, particularly within African American communities. It reflects a trend of creating unique names by combining existing names or altering traditional ones. The name is often associated with individuality and cultural identity.
Trend Summary
Daneisha has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly during the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Daneisha
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Daneisha was first seen in the United States in 1979. Daneisha has ranked as high as #1171 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in New York, Texas, Georgia, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Daneisha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Daneisha (1995)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 17 |
| 1988 | 19 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 34 |
| 1991 | 27 |
| 1992 | 38 |
| 1993 | 46 |
| 1994 | 66 |
| 1995 | 49 |
| 1996 | 38 |
| 1997 | 27 |
| 1998 | 27 |
| 1999 | 26 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2016 | 6 |