Holding steady.
Popularity of Nakeysha since 1974
Babies named Nakeysha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 56 |
| 1980s | 52 |
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Nakeysha is a modern American coinage that first appeared on the U.S. Social Security records in 1974. It peaked in popularity in 1978, but has never ranked among the top 1000 names. Following its peak, usage declined, and it has remained stable at low levels since the 1980s. The name is typical of the creative naming traditions that emerged in the mid-20th century, often associated with African American communities.
Nakeysha is a modern American coinage, likely formed from the popular -isha suffix blended with the sound of Nakia or Lakeisha. It first appeared in the United States in the 1970s and saw its highest usage in 1978. The name is part of a trend of creatively constructed names that became common in African American communities during that era.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Naki, Keesha, Nakey
Sibling names for Nakeysha
Names that share Nakeysha's style, for a brother or sister.
