Holding steady.
Popularity of Kameisha since 1976
Babies named Kameisha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 25 |
| 1980s | 134 |
| 1990s | 126 |
| 2000s | 18 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kameisha is a distinctive modern name with American roots, first recorded in 1976. It reached its highest popularity in 1992, a common pattern for this style of invented name. Its trajectory has remained stable, never experiencing a sharp decline or revival. The name is almost exclusively given to girls and reflects the creative naming trends of the late 20th century, particularly among African-American communities. While not tied to any specific state, Kameisha embodies the same phonetic fashion as names like Keisha and Tanisha. Its rarity today makes it a unique choice for parents seeking a name with a contemporary feel and a peak-year story.
Kameisha emerged as a creative spelling variant in late 20th-century America, drawing on phonetic patterns from names such as Keisha (itself a modern coinage from the 1960s). Its rise reflects the broader trend of inventing distinctive names by blending syllables and adding anisha/eesha endings. The name first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1976 and peaked in popularity in 1992.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kami, Keisha, Meesha
Sibling names for Kameisha
Names that share Kameisha's style, for a brother or sister.
