Danesha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Danesha is a modern name of American origin, likely combining the name 'Dana' with a suffix. It does not have a specific meaning or biblical relevance. The name is part of a trend of unique names that became popular in the late 20th century, and it is perceived positively for its individuality.
The name Danesha is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Danesha has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Danesha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7044th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2426th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4914th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Danesha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Danesha"
Pronunciation
/dəˈneɪʃə/
Origin
American
Etymology
The name Danesha is a modern invented name that likely combines elements from the name 'Dana' and the suffix '-esha'. It is often considered to be of African American origin.
Meaning
A blend of names with no specific traditional meaning.
Language Evolution
Dana, Danessa, Danish
Historical Usage
Danesha gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities as part of a trend of creating unique names.
Variants & Derivatives
Dana, Danessa, Dani
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Danesha is viewed as modern and unique. It carries a sense of individuality and creativity.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Danesha"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Danesha"
"Danesha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7044th of 19264 | 97 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2426th of 27321 | 762 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4914th of 35406 | 426 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Danesha" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Danesha" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
59.19% 2181st/3685 |
73.25% 3278th/4475 |
38.51% 2000th/5194 |
47.06% 2973rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
85.27% 3907th/4582 |
86.77% 4481st/5164 |
48.48% 3545th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Danesha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Danesha" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.