Keesha
Keesha is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Cassia, cinnamon, or favorite.
Origin and history
Keesha is a contemporary American name that emerged in the late 20th century, often considered a variant of Keisha or Lakeisha. The name likely derives from or was influenced by the Hebrew name Keziah, meaning 'cassia' or 'cinnamon'. While peak usage occurred in the 1970s and 1980s, it remains a recognized modern name in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
2,713 babies in the United States have been named Keesha since 1880. It ranks #3391 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2088.
States where it is most popular
- NY (17.2 %)
- IL (13 %)
- TX (8.7 %)
- CA (7.5 %)
- NC (6.5 %)
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 | 117 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,269 |
| 1980-1990 | 831 |
| 1990-2000 | 365 |
| 2000-2010 | 112 |
| 2010-2019 | 6 |
| 2020-2029 | 13 |
Famous people named Keesha
- Keesha Sharp: Actress, Director
Nicknames
Kee, Keesh
Fun facts
- Keesha developed as a modern phonetic spelling variation of Keisha, which traces back to the biblical Hebrew name Keziah.
- The name saw its highest frequency of U.S. usage during the 1970s and 1980s.