Danesha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationduh-NAY-sha / /dəˈneɪʃə/American; African American
Meaning
Combination of names; possibly derived from 'Dana' and 'Asha'
Historical & Cultural Background
Danesha is a modern name that emerged in the United States, particularly within African American communities. It reflects a trend of creating unique names by blending existing ones. The name may also carry cultural significance as part of a broader movement towards individuality in naming practices.
Trend Summary
Danesha has seen limited popularity in the United States, with occasional usage since the late 20th century.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Danesha was first seen in the United States in 1972. Danesha has ranked as high as #1108 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Illinois, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Danesha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Danesha (2002)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1974 | 16 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 15 |
| 1980 | 22 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 20 |
| 1983 | 22 |
| 1984 | 30 |
| 1985 | 28 |
| 1986 | 32 |
| 1987 | 38 |
| 1988 | 24 |
| 1989 | 36 |
| 1990 | 44 |
| 1991 | 56 |
| 1992 | 71 |
| 1993 | 88 |
| 1994 | 129 |
| 1995 | 66 |
| 1996 | 67 |
| 1997 | 62 |
| 1998 | 72 |
| 1999 | 67 |
| 2000 | 37 |
| 2001 | 36 |
| 2002 | 35 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 6 |