Kesha Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KESH-uh //ˈkɛʃə//
Origin: American; Slavic
Meaning: American: a variant of Keisha; Slavic: 'pure'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kesha is believed to be a modern variation of the name Keshia, which has roots in Hebrew. The Hebrew name Keshia (כְּשִׁיָּה) is often interpreted to mean 'cassia,' a type of spice mentioned in biblical texts, particularly in the context of sacred anointing oils.
The transition from Hebrew to English likely occurred through the influence of various translations of the Bible and the adoption of Hebrew names into English-speaking cultures, particularly during the 20th century when names from diverse backgrounds gained popularity in Western societies. Historically, the name Kesha and its variants have been associated with various cultural and religious contexts.
The use of names derived from Hebrew in Christian texts, especially during the Renaissance and Reformation periods, contributed to the broader acceptance of such names in English-speaking regions. The name Keshia, and by extension Kesha, emerged in the late 20th century, coinciding with a growing trend of unique and phonetically appealing names among new generations.
Culturally, Kesha resonates with themes of individuality and modernity, reflecting a shift towards names that are distinctive and carry personal significance. The name has been popularized in contemporary culture through various media, including music and entertainment, which often draw on unique names to create memorable identities.
While Kesha does not have a long historical lineage like some traditional names, its roots in Hebrew and its association with the aromatic cassia plant lend it a sense of depth and connection to ancient traditions.
Famous people named Kesha
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Kesha is a singer and songwriter best known for Tik Tok, Praying, and Die Young.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kesha was first seen in the United States in 1964.
Kesha has ranked as high as #956 nationally, which occurred in 1974, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, North Carolina, California, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Kesha has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Kesha is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Kesha was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Kesha.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 2024 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 2023 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 2022 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2018 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 2017 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 2016 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 2015 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 2014 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 2013 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 2012 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 2011 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 2010 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 2009 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2008 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 2007 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 2006 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 2005 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 2004 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 2003 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 2002 | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| 2001 | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| 2000 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1999 | 26 | 0 | 26 |
| 1998 | 29 | 0 | 29 |
| 1997 | 40 | 0 | 40 |
| 1996 | 50 | 0 | 50 |
| 1995 | 62 | 0 | 62 |
| 1994 | 60 | 0 | 60 |
| 1993 | 62 | 0 | 62 |
| 1992 | 78 | 0 | 78 |
| 1991 | 91 | 0 | 91 |
| 1990 | 117 | 0 | 117 |
| 1989 | 124 | 0 | 124 |
| 1988 | 124 | 0 | 124 |
| 1987 | 131 | 0 | 131 |
| 1986 | 124 | 0 | 124 |
| 1985 | 135 | 0 | 135 |
| 1984 | 102 | 0 | 102 |
| 1983 | 139 | 0 | 139 |
| 1982 | 173 | 0 | 173 |
| 1981 | 191 | 0 | 191 |
| 1980 | 213 | 0 | 213 |
| 1979 | 256 | 5 | 251 |
| 1978 | 267 | 0 | 267 |
| 1977 | 309 | 0 | 309 |
| 1976 | 313 | 0 | 313 |
| 1975 | 304 | 0 | 304 |
| 1974 | 320 | 0 | 320 |
| 1973 | 293 | 0 | 293 |
| 1972 | 238 | 0 | 238 |
| 1971 | 228 | 0 | 228 |
| 1970 | 145 | 0 | 145 |
| 1969 | 87 | 0 | 87 |
| 1968 | 74 | 0 | 74 |
| 1967 | 33 | 0 | 33 |
| 1966 | 34 | 0 | 34 |
| 1965 | 34 | 0 | 34 |
| 1964 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
Top States for Kesha (1995)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |