Holding steady.
Popularity of Kysha since 1969
Babies named Kysha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 230 |
| 1980s | 106 |
| 1990s | 54 |
| 2000s | 14 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kysha is a modern American name that first appeared in records in 1969. It reached its peak popularity in 1975, but has never been a common name. The trajectory from its peak to 2025 shows a stable, low level of usage. The name is typically considered a feminine name, and its exact meaning is debated. It likely emerged from a trend of names ending in the -isha sound, which was fashionable in the United States during the late 20th century. While no top states are associated with Kysha due to its rarity, the name has a distinct modern feel.
Kysha appears to be a modern American coinage, first recorded in 1969. It likely arose as a respelling or variant of names like Keisha (itself a modern name) or as a creative formation using the fashionable -isha suffix popularized by Aisha. The name saw its peak usage in 1975 but has since remained rare, with no clear linguistic derivation beyond English naming trends.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ky, Kiki
Sibling names for Kysha
Names that share Kysha's style, for a brother or sister.
