Takesha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtuh-KEE-sha / təˈkiːʃəAfrican American; English
Meaning
Variation of the name Keisha; derived from 'the favorite one'
Historical & Cultural Background
Takesha is a modern name that emerged in the United States during the late 20th century. It is often associated with African American culture and reflects a trend of creating unique names by altering existing ones. The name is part of a broader movement towards distinctive and personalized names in contemporary society.
Trend Summary
Takesha saw a rise in popularity in the 1980s and 1990s, reflecting a trend towards unique names in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Takesha was first seen in the United States in 1971. Takesha has ranked as high as #1046 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in Illinois, Florida, New York, Alabama, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Takesha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Takesha (1993)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 21 |
| 1973 | 23 |
| 1974 | 41 |
| 1975 | 59 |
| 1976 | 70 |
| 1977 | 68 |
| 1978 | 70 |
| 1979 | 80 |
| 1980 | 58 |
| 1981 | 64 |
| 1982 | 42 |
| 1983 | 42 |
| 1984 | 46 |
| 1985 | 38 |
| 1986 | 39 |
| 1987 | 28 |
| 1988 | 29 |
| 1989 | 24 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 19 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 21 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 6 |