Kelisha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkeh-LEE-sha / kəˈliːʃəAfrican American; English
Meaning
African American: Beautiful; English: Variant of Kelly
Historical & Cultural Background
Kelisha is a name that has roots in African American culture, often associated with beauty and strength. It is also considered a modern variant of the name Kelly, which has Irish origins. The name has gained popularity in the United States since the late 20th century, particularly among African American communities.
Trend Summary
Kelisha has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kalesha
- Kelesha
International Variants
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Famous people named Kelisha
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kelisha was first seen in the United States in 1974. Kelisha has ranked as high as #1205 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Kelisha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kelisha
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 10 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 19 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 22 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2012 | 7 |