Holding steady.
Popularity of Markeda since 1972
Babies named Markeda per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 26 |
| 1980s | 79 |
| 1990s | 70 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Markeda is a rare given name, first recorded in the United States in 1972. It never reached the top 1,000 names in any year, and its peak usage occurred in 1984, after which its frequency declined. The name has remained stable in recent years, though it is given to fewer than five girls annually. Markeda appears to be a modern coinage, likely combining the popular 'Mar-' prefix with a distinctive suffix. It is most often spelled as Markeda, with no widely known variants or nicknames. The name's origin is best described as Modern English, reflecting the broader trend of invented names that emerged in the late 20th century, particularly in African American communities, where similar-sounding names like Marquita and Tanesha also gained brief popularity. Despite its obscurity, Markeda has persisted quietly for over five decades.
Markeda first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1972. It is likely a modern invented name, possibly formed from the popular prefix 'Mar-' combined with the suffix '-keda', perhaps influenced by names like Marquita or Lakisha. The name saw peak usage in the 1980s but has remained very rare.
Sibling names for Markeda
Names that share Markeda's style, for a brother or sister.
