Holding steady.
Popularity of Mieshia since 1976
Babies named Mieshia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 27 |
| 1980s | 62 |
| 1990s | 60 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Mieshia is a rarity among U.S. given names, first recorded in 1976, which means the name has been in use for about 49 years as of 2025. Its peak year was 1978, when it reached its highest point of usage, though absolute numbers remained low. The trajectory of the name is stable, meaning it has persisted at a low, consistent level without dramatic rises or falls. This pattern fits many modern invented names that gain slight traction in specific communities. Unlike names that surge into the top 1000, Mieshia has never ranked nationally, and no top states stand out for its use. Its similar names correspond to the -esha/-isha family, reinforcing its connection to late 20th century African American naming trends.
Mieshia is a modern U.S. name, first recorded in 1976. It follows the pattern of distinctive consonant-vowel combinations popular in African American naming traditions, possibly influenced by the suffix -eshia or -isha seen in names like Tanisha or Keisha. Invented names of this kind often combine fashionable sound elements without a pre-existing root meaning.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mie, Shea, Mimi
Sibling names for Mieshia
Names that share Mieshia's style, for a brother or sister.
