Holding steady.
Popularity of Cameshia since 1972
Babies named Cameshia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 31 |
| 1980s | 69 |
| 1990s | 26 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Cameshia is a rare and distinctive name in the United States, first recorded in 1972. Its peak year was 1984, when it saw its highest usage. The name is a modern coinage, likely formed by blending sounds from other names, and has no traditional etymology. Though its one-in-N ratio is not available due to low frequency, its trajectory has remained stable, reflecting consistent but infrequent use. Cameshia has never been concentrated in any particular state. As an invented name, it carries a sense of individuality and creativity, appealing to parents seeking a unique sound.
Cameshia first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1972, during a period when creative respellings and compound names were fashionable. It is likely a blend of sounds from names like Camille (from Latin 'camillus,' meaning 'attendant') and Keisha (a variant of Keziah, Hebrew for 'cassia tree'), or simply an invented name. The name saw modest use in the 1980s, peaking in 1984, but has remained rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cami, Meshia, Cece
Sibling names for Cameshia
Names that share Cameshia's style, for a brother or sister.
