Keisha
Keisha is a girl's name of African origin.
Meaning
Cassia tree, cinnamon, or favorite.
Origin and history
Keisha is a modern female name that gained immense popularity in the United States during the late 20th century. It is widely considered an elaboration of the Hebrew name Keziah, meaning 'cassia' or 'cinnamon', or derived from African linguistic origins. While less common today, it remains a recognizable classic in American name culture.
Popularity in the United States
22,293 babies in the United States have been named Keisha since 1880. It ranks #984 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1763.
States where it is most popular
- NY (12.2 %)
- CA (6.6 %)
- TX (6.4 %)
- GA (5.5 %)
- LA (5.3 %)
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 | 904 |
| 1970-1980 | 8,897 |
| 1980-1990 | 6,882 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,783 |
| 2000-2010 | 971 |
| 2010-2019 | 518 |
| 2020-2029 | 338 |
Famous people named Keisha
- Keisha Castle-Hughes: Actress
- Keisha Knight Pulliam: Actress
Nicknames
Key, Keish
Fun facts
- Keisha reached its height of popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s.
- It is often connected to the Hebrew name Keziah, referring to the aromatic bark of the cassia tree.