Holding steady.
Popularity of Takeesha since 1973
Babies named Takeesha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 71 |
| 1980s | 50 |
| 1990s | 16 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Takeesha is an American invented name from the 1970s, a time when creative coinages with the -eesha suffix were flourishing. First recorded in 1973, the name reached its peak popularity in 1976, though exact usage numbers are not available since it never entered the top 1,000. Its trajectory has remained stable, suggesting occasional but persistent use. Unlike more common -eesha names like Keisha or Lakeisha, Takeesha has always been rare, with no concentration in any particular state. The name reflects a distinctive trend in African American naming practices of the era, blending familiar sounds to craft a unique identity.
Takeesha is a modern American name that emerged in the 1970s, following the pattern of other invented names ending in -eesha. It likely blends elements from names like Tanya or Lakeisha, which were popular in African American communities at the time. The name gained brief popularity in the mid-1970s but has since remained uncommon.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Keesha, Taki
Sibling names for Takeesha
Names that share Takeesha's style, for a brother or sister.
