Kalisha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-LEE-shah / kəˈliːʃəAfrican; American
Meaning
African: 'sweetness'; American: 'a combination of names'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kalisha is often considered a modern name with roots in African cultures, where it may signify sweetness or pleasantness. It has gained popularity in the United States, particularly among African American communities. The name reflects a trend towards unique and creative combinations of sounds and syllables in contemporary naming practices.
Trend Summary
Kalisha has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kaleesha
- Kalisha
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kalisha was first seen in the United States in 1970. Kalisha has ranked as high as #1016 nationally, which occurred in 1978, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, South Carolina, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Kalisha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kalisha (1994)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SC | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 17 |
| 1977 | 39 |
| 1978 | 83 |
| 1979 | 45 |
| 1980 | 50 |
| 1981 | 44 |
| 1982 | 52 |
| 1983 | 38 |
| 1984 | 45 |
| 1985 | 34 |
| 1986 | 46 |
| 1987 | 32 |
| 1988 | 40 |
| 1989 | 41 |
| 1990 | 58 |
| 1991 | 32 |
| 1992 | 51 |
| 1993 | 45 |
| 1994 | 45 |
| 1995 | 28 |
| 1996 | 27 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 39 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 32 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 6 |