Jameisha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjah-MEE-shah / /dʒəˈmiːʃə/American; African American
Meaning
Combination of James and Aisha
Historical & Cultural Background
Jameisha is a modern name that emerged in the United States, particularly within African American communities. It reflects a trend of combining traditional names with unique suffixes to create new identities. The name James has historical significance, being derived from the Hebrew name Yaakov, while Aisha is of Arabic origin, meaning 'alive' or 'living'. This blend showcases cultural diversity and the evolution of naming practices.
Trend Summary
Jameisha has seen limited popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jameisha
- Jameesha
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jameisha was first seen in the United States in 1982. Jameisha has ranked as high as #1190 nationally, which occurred in 1996, and has been most popular in California, Florida, Illinois, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Jameisha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jameisha (1999)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 16 |
| 1989 | 20 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1991 | 33 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1993 | 38 |
| 1994 | 30 |
| 1995 | 37 |
| 1996 | 42 |
| 1997 | 30 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |