Denisha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Denisha is a modern name with roots in Hebrew through the name Dina, meaning 'judged' or 'vindicated.' It evolved from historical forms like Dina and Dena. The name has gained popularity in the late 20th century and is viewed positively in contemporary culture. Its biblical relevance adds a layer of depth to its meaning.
The name Denisha 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, Denisha 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, 'Denisha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9775th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2154th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1047th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2676th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13719th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Denisha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Denisha"
Pronunciation
/dəˈniːʃə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Denisha is a modern name that is likely derived from the name Dena, which itself is a variation of the name Dina. The name Dina has Hebrew origins, meaning 'judged' or 'vindicated.'
Meaning
judged, vindicated
Language Evolution
Dina, Dena, Denisha
Biblical Background
The name has biblical roots through its connection to Dina, who is a character in the Hebrew Bible.
Historical Usage
Denisha emerged as a popular name in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, often seen as a modern feminine variant.
Variants & Derivatives
Dena, Dina, Denise
Modern Popularity & Image
Denisha is perceived as a contemporary and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Denisha Merriweather - an advocate for education and social change., Denisha D. - a social media influencer and entrepreneur.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Denisha"
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 "Denisha"
"Denisha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9775th of 12526 | 16 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2154th of 19264 | 620 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1047th of 27321 | 2,622 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2676th of 35406 | 981 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 13719th of 30306 | 67 |
Regional Popularity of "Denisha" 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 "Denisha" 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) |
68.54% 2013th/2937 |
70.92% 2470th/3483 |
49.52% 1742nd/3518 |
42.73% 1728th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
26.43% 974th/3685 |
24.27% 1086th/4475 |
16.98% 882nd/5194 |
21.39% 1351st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
59.78% 2739th/4582 |
44.40% 2293rd/5164 |
30.82% 2254th/7313 |
62.05% 4631st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Denisha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Denisha" 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.