Holding steady.
Popularity of Denishia since 1977
Babies named Denishia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 26 |
| 1980s | 83 |
| 1990s | 108 |
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Denishia is a modern American name that first appeared in Social Security records in 1977, reflecting the trend of creating distinctive feminine names by blending familiar elements. Its peak year was 1991, when it reached its highest recorded usage, and since then it has maintained a stable but low level of use. The name has not ranked among the top 1,000 names nationally, and it did not appear as a top choice in any specific state. As a modern invention, its meaning is not etymologically rooted in a classic language, but it carries the phonetic appeal of similar names from the late 20th century.
Denishia is a modern invented name, first recorded in the United States in 1977. It appears to be a blend of the name Denise (itself from the French form of Dionysius, referring to the Greek god Dionysus) and the popular -ishia suffix found in names like Latisha. The name saw its peak usage in 1991 and has remained stable in use since.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Deni, Nisha
Sibling names for Denishia
Names that share Denishia's style, for a brother or sister.
