Kanesha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kanesha is a modern name with roots in African American culture. It carries meanings of purity and sacredness. The name evolved from Kane and reflects a trend in naming practices that emphasize uniqueness. While it does not have biblical relevance, it is associated with cultural identity. Kanesha gained popularity in the late 20th century and is perceived as a strong and individualistic name.
The name Kanesha 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, Kanesha 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, 'Kanesha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4762nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1700th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6394th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Kanesha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kanesha"
Pronunciation
/kəˈniːʃə/
Origin
African American
Etymology
Kanesha is a modern name that is believed to have been created in the United States among African American communities. It may be derived from the name 'Kane' or influenced by similar-sounding names.
Meaning
pure, sacred
Language Evolution
Kane, Kanesha
Historical Usage
Kanesha became popular in the late 20th century, particularly during the 1970s and 1980s, as part of a broader trend of creating unique and culturally significant names in the African American community.
Variants & Derivatives
Kane, Kanishia, Kanesha
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kanesha is viewed as a unique name that reflects cultural identity and heritage. It is often associated with strength and individuality.
Famous People
Kanesha Smith, American artist, Kanesha Moore, American athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kanesha"
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 "Kanesha"
"Kanesha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4762nd of 19264 | 185 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1700th of 27321 | 1,268 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6394th of 35406 | 299 |
Regional Popularity of "Kanesha" 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 "Kanesha" 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) |
93.43% 2744th/2937 |
- |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
44.91% 1655th/3685 |
91.44% 4092nd/4475 |
21.81% 1133rd/5194 |
53.57% 3384th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
68.81% 5032nd/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kanesha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kanesha" 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.