Holding steady.
Popularity of Keyshla since 1993
Babies named Keyshla per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 41 |
| 2000s | 42 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 21 |
Meaning & origin
Keyshla is a modern American name that first entered the Social Security Administration's records in 1993, reflecting the creative naming trends of the late 20th century. Its peak year of usage was 1995, but it has remained extremely uncommon, never appearing in the national top 1000. The name shows no strong regional pattern, having no recorded top states where it was disproportionately used. Keyshla's trajectory is stable, indicating that it has seen consistent but very low usage since its introduction. As a modern coinage, it lacks a traditional etymological root, and its meaning is uncertain. This name exemplifies a broader trend of invented names formed from phonetic elements and fashionable suffixes, such as the '-la' ending also found in names like Kayla and Brianna. Parents drawn to Keyshla may appreciate its distinctiveness and contemporary sound.
Keyshla is a modern given name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1993. It appears to be a creative respelling or elaboration of the Irish name Keisha (itself a variant of Keziah or an invented name) combined with the fashionable -la suffix. The name has no known historical or linguistic roots beyond late 20th-century American coinage.
Sibling names for Keyshla
Names that share Keyshla's style, for a brother or sister.
