Kamesha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-MEE-shah / /kəˈmiːʃə/American; African American
Meaning
Derived from the name 'Kameesha', possibly a blend of names like 'Kamala' and 'Alicia'.
Historical & Cultural Background
Kamesha 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 sounds and elements from existing names. The name gained some popularity in the late 20th century, aligning with a broader cultural movement towards individuality in naming practices.
Trend Summary
Kamesha has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kameesha
- Kameshia
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kamesha was first seen in the United States in 1972. Kamesha has ranked as high as #1160 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in Texas, New York, Georgia, Illinois, and California. In the past 5 years the name Kamesha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kamesha (1994)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 6 | |
| MS | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 24 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 20 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1976 | 30 |
| 1977 | 33 |
| 1978 | 34 |
| 1979 | 37 |
| 1980 | 42 |
| 1981 | 45 |
| 1982 | 43 |
| 1983 | 47 |
| 1984 | 54 |
| 1985 | 56 |
| 1986 | 42 |
| 1987 | 35 |
| 1988 | 43 |
| 1989 | 54 |
| 1990 | 67 |
| 1991 | 38 |
| 1992 | 56 |
| 1993 | 58 |
| 1994 | 43 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 25 |
| 1998 | 21 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2009 | 6 |