Holding steady.
Popularity of Doneisha since 1976
Babies named Doneisha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 13 |
| 1980s | 104 |
| 1990s | 224 |
| 2000s | 24 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Doneisha is a modern American first name that first appeared in Social Security Administration records in 1976, reflecting the creative naming traditions that gained momentum in the late 20th century. Its peak year was 1994, though it never entered the top 1000, and its usage has remained stable at very low levels since. The name is typical of the 1990s naming trend in which distinctive, rhythmic constructions like Doneisha were chosen for their melodic quality and individuality. The digest data shows no top state concentration, underscoring its scattered, low-frequency use across the country.
Doneisha is a modern coinage that first appeared in the United States in the 1970s, probably formed from melodic components like the prefixes 'Don-' or 'D-', and the popular suffix '-eisha', '-isha', or '-esha', which gained traction in African American naming practices during the late 20th century. Its meaning is not recorded in historical sources, as it is a deliberately creative construction rather than a name with ancient roots.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nisha, Dee, Donnie
Sibling names for Doneisha
Names that share Doneisha's style, for a brother or sister.
