Keshia Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEE-sha / /ˈkiːʃə/African; English
Meaning
African: Favorite; English: Diminutive of Keshia
Historical & Cultural Background
Keshia is often considered a variant of the name Keisha, which has roots in African American culture. The name gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century. It is associated with a sense of individuality and strength.
Trend Summary
Keshia saw a rise in popularity in the 1980s and 1990s but has since declined.
Similar Names
Variants
- Keisha
- Kesha
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Keshia was first seen in the United States in 1964. Keshia has ranked as high as #700 nationally, which occurred in 1986, and has been most popular in New York, Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Keshia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Keshia (1995)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1965 | 19 |
| 1966 | 30 |
| 1967 | 41 |
| 1968 | 52 |
| 1969 | 46 |
| 1970 | 98 |
| 1971 | 97 |
| 1972 | 118 |
| 1973 | 149 |
| 1974 | 160 |
| 1975 | 143 |
| 1976 | 115 |
| 1977 | 161 |
| 1978 | 121 |
| 1979 | 123 |
| 1980 | 96 |
| 1981 | 93 |
| 1982 | 97 |
| 1983 | 64 |
| 1984 | 96 |
| 1985 | 321 |
| 1986 | 511 |
| 1987 | 483 |
| 1988 | 398 |
| 1989 | 496 |
| 1990 | 385 |
| 1991 | 252 |
| 1992 | 169 |
| 1993 | 108 |
| 1994 | 70 |
| 1995 | 54 |
| 1996 | 27 |
| 1997 | 27 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 8 |