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Renesha

reh-NEE-shah · of uncertain origin; possibly a modern coinage combining elements of names like Renee and Aisha, or a variant of Renisha

Peak popularity
1991
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Renesha since 1973

Babies named Renesha per year in U.S. Social Security records.

102131198020002020Most births 1990Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1970s43
1980s188
1990s164
2000s30
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Renesha first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1973, a period when invented names with the popular -esha suffix were gaining appeal. It reached its peak year in 1991, reflecting the broader trend of creative naming in the late 20th century. Despite its peak, the name has never been common enough to rank in national statistics; the trajectory shows it has remained stable since its peak. As a modern coinage without deep historical roots, Renesha represents a distinctly American naming style blending familiar sounds into a unique combination.

Renesha first appeared in U.S. birth records in the 1970s. It is a modern invented name, likely formed by blending the popular prefix Re- (as in Renee) with the fashionable suffix -esha, echoing names like Aisha or Keisha. The name saw its peak use in 1991 and has since become rare.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Rene, Nesha, Ren

Variants: Renisha, Ranesha, Reneshia, Reneesha

Sibling names for Renesha

Names that share Renesha's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Renesha mean?
Renesha is a modern invented name of uncertain meaning, possibly derived from elements of Renee and Aisha.
How popular is the name Renesha?
Renesha has not ranked in the top 1000 U.S. names. It peaked in 1991 and has remained stable in usage since then.
Is Renesha a boy or girl name?
Renesha is almost exclusively used for girls.