Keesha Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEE-sha / /ˈkiːʃə/American; African
Meaning
American: 'pure'; African: 'great joy'
Historical & Cultural Background
Keesha is a name that emerged in the United States, often associated with African American culture. It gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name reflects a blend of cultural influences, particularly from African roots. It is sometimes considered a modern variation of the name Keisha.
Trend Summary
Keesha saw a peak in popularity in the 1980s and 1990s in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Keisha
- Kiesha
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Keesha was first seen in the United States in 1964. Keesha has ranked as high as #936 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, Texas, California, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Keesha has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Keesha (2001)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 21 |
| 1968 | 28 |
| 1969 | 35 |
| 1970 | 64 |
| 1971 | 120 |
| 1972 | 132 |
| 1973 | 139 |
| 1974 | 142 |
| 1975 | 144 |
| 1976 | 125 |
| 1977 | 164 |
| 1978 | 120 |
| 1979 | 119 |
| 1980 | 116 |
| 1981 | 102 |
| 1982 | 80 |
| 1983 | 70 |
| 1984 | 79 |
| 1985 | 76 |
| 1986 | 76 |
| 1987 | 106 |
| 1988 | 63 |
| 1989 | 63 |
| 1990 | 56 |
| 1991 | 49 |
| 1992 | 30 |
| 1993 | 40 |
| 1994 | 37 |
| 1995 | 40 |
| 1996 | 56 |
| 1997 | 26 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2021 | 8 |