Lakisha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationlah-KEE-shah / ləˈkiːʃəAfrican American; English
Meaning
African American: sweet; English: derived from Lakeisha
Historical & Cultural Background
Lakisha is a name that emerged in the United States during the 20th century, particularly among African American communities. It is often considered a modern invention, influenced by the popularity of names ending in '-isha'. The name reflects a broader trend of creating unique names that resonate culturally and personally.
Trend Summary
Lakisha saw a peak in popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lakeisha
- Lakesha
International Variants
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Famous people named Lakisha
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lakisha was first seen in the United States in 1967. Lakisha has ranked as high as #394 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in New York, Texas, North Carolina, California, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Lakisha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lakisha (1997)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 19 |
| 1970 | 49 |
| 1971 | 123 |
| 1972 | 227 |
| 1973 | 375 |
| 1974 | 630 |
| 1975 | 838 |
| 1976 | 914 |
| 1977 | 1,148 |
| 1978 | 1,066 |
| 1979 | 1,042 |
| 1980 | 912 |
| 1981 | 803 |
| 1982 | 711 |
| 1983 | 560 |
| 1984 | 482 |
| 1985 | 368 |
| 1986 | 326 |
| 1987 | 271 |
| 1988 | 243 |
| 1989 | 193 |
| 1990 | 160 |
| 1991 | 142 |
| 1992 | 124 |
| 1993 | 111 |
| 1994 | 73 |
| 1995 | 55 |
| 1996 | 51 |
| 1997 | 37 |
| 1998 | 41 |
| 1999 | 24 |
| 2000 | 27 |
| 2001 | 23 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2016 | 6 |