Kanisha
Kanisha is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern creation, likely blending the prefix Ka- with Nisha (meaning 'night' in Sanskrit) or Aisha.
Origin and history
Kanisha is a modern American name created in the late 20th century, combining the popular prefix Ka- with names like Nisha or Aisha. It gained popularity in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s. Today, it remains a rare choice for newborns.
Popularity in the United States
2,603 babies in the United States have been named Kanisha since 1880. It ranks #3464 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2082.
States where it is most popular
- CA (13.3 %)
- IL (9.9 %)
- TX (9.9 %)
- FL (8.7 %)
- MI (8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 285 |
| 1980-1990 | 753 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,292 |
| 2000-2010 | 204 |
| 2010-2019 | 50 |
| 2020-2029 | 19 |
Fun facts
- Kanisha rose in usage during the 1980s and 1990s alongside other rhythmic 'Ka-' prefixed names.
- While coined in the U.S., its second element 'Nisha' traces back to Sanskrit meaning 'night'.