Holding steady.
Popularity of Kadeisha since 1986
Babies named Kadeisha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 110 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kadeisha is a modern American name that first appeared in official U.S. records in 1986. It has never cracked the top 1000, reflecting its rarity. The name reached its peak usage in 1994, which corresponds to a period when many invented names ending in 'isha' were fashionable. Since the 1990s, its trajectory has been stable, with only a handful of annual births. The name's origin is uncertain, but it likely emerged from the creative naming trends of the late 20th century, possibly as a variant of Keisha or a combination of popular name elements. Without strong ties to a specific language or culture, Kadeisha remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a unique sound.
Kadeisha appears to be a modern coinage, first recorded in 1986 in the United States. It may be a variant of Cadesha or a blend of names like Kadisha and Keisha. The name has seen sporadic use, with its peak in 1994. Its meaning is not well-attested, suggesting it was likely created for its sound rather than inherited from an earlier language.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kady, Kade, Isha
Sibling names for Kadeisha
Names that share Kadeisha's style, for a brother or sister.
