Keisha Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEY-sha / /ˈkiːʃə/African American; English
Meaning
African American: favorite; English: derived from a diminutive of the name Keisha
Historical & Cultural Background
Keisha is a name that gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities. It is often associated with a sense of cultural identity and pride. The name has roots in various cultures, reflecting a blend of influences. It is sometimes considered a modern variation of the name Aisha, which has Arabic origins.
Trend Summary
Keisha experienced a peak in popularity in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kesha
- Keysha
International Variants
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Famous people named Keisha
Keisha Castle-Hughes is a New Zealand actress known for her role in the film 'Whale Rider'.
Keisha Lance Bottoms is an American politician who served as the mayor of Atlanta, Georgia.
Fictional characters named Keisha
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Keisha was first seen in the United States in 1961. Keisha has ranked as high as #424 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Georgia, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Keisha has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Keisha (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 18 | |
| MA | 8 | |
| IN | 7 | |
| NJ | 7 | |
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 48 |
| 1965 | 90 |
| 1966 | 89 |
| 1967 | 145 |
| 1968 | 184 |
| 1969 | 330 |
| 1970 | 490 |
| 1971 | 647 |
| 1972 | 804 |
| 1973 | 963 |
| 1974 | 979 |
| 1975 | 1,015 |
| 1976 | 1,027 |
| 1977 | 1,050 |
| 1978 | 984 |
| 1979 | 938 |
| 1980 | 883 |
| 1981 | 720 |
| 1982 | 666 |
| 1983 | 582 |
| 1984 | 519 |
| 1985 | 666 |
| 1986 | 733 |
| 1987 | 751 |
| 1988 | 651 |
| 1989 | 710 |
| 1990 | 657 |
| 1991 | 590 |
| 1992 | 458 |
| 1993 | 396 |
| 1994 | 359 |
| 1995 | 333 |
| 1996 | 360 |
| 1997 | 259 |
| 1998 | 200 |
| 1999 | 169 |
| 2000 | 136 |
| 2001 | 133 |
| 2002 | 125 |
| 2003 | 76 |
| 2004 | 95 |
| 2005 | 90 |
| 2006 | 103 |
| 2007 | 76 |
| 2008 | 86 |
| 2009 | 51 |
| 2010 | 60 |
| 2011 | 73 |
| 2012 | 61 |
| 2013 | 70 |
| 2014 | 51 |
| 2015 | 59 |
| 2016 | 27 |
| 2017 | 37 |
| 2018 | 36 |
| 2019 | 44 |
| 2020 | 45 |
| 2021 | 49 |
| 2022 | 42 |
| 2023 | 70 |
| 2024 | 69 |