Holding steady.
Popularity of Lakisa since 1970
Babies named Lakisa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 160 |
| 1980s | 103 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lakisa is a modern given name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1970, reflecting the creative naming trends of the time. Its popularity peaked in 1977, but it has never been common, with no rank recorded in any year. The name has remained stable in usage, appearing only occasionally. It belongs to a cohort of names beginning with La- that emerged in the mid-20th century, many of which were coined by blending familiar sounds. No top states have recorded notable usage of Lakisa, suggesting its distribution is sparse. As a rare name, it offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking something uncommon.
Lakisa first appeared in U.S. records in the 1970s, a decade that saw many newly coined names formed by combining popular phonetic elements such as La- and -isa. It may be a variant of Lakeisha, itself a modern blend of Lake and Keisha, or an independent invention. There is no evidence of roots in any traditional language.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Laki, Kisa, Lala
Sibling names for Lakisa
Names that share Lakisa's style, for a brother or sister.
