Holding steady.
Popularity of Lekeshia since 1972
Babies named Lekeshia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 176 |
| 1980s | 192 |
| 1990s | 36 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lekeshia is a modern American coinage that first appeared in Social Security records in 1972, a time when creative names with the -isha suffix were gaining popularity in African American communities. Its peak year was 1976, reflecting the trend's height during the 1970s. The name is a variant of Keisha, which itself may draw from Keziah or from the prefix La- combined with popular sounds. While Lekeshia never entered the top 1000 nationally, it remains a distinctive choice for those seeking a name rooted in late 20th-century naming innovation.
Lekeshia is a modern American coinage, primarily used in African American communities. It likely derives from the name Keisha, which itself originated as a creative respelling of Keziah (a biblical name) or was influenced by the popular -isha suffix seen in names like Latisha and Aisha. The name emerged in the early 1970s, with its peak usage in 1976.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Keshia, Keesha, Lek
Sibling names for Lekeshia
Names that share Lekeshia's style, for a brother or sister.
