Kenisha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kenisha is an African-American name that signifies beauty and purpose. It is a modern creation that reflects the evolution of naming practices among African-Americans. The name has a unique sound and is often associated with positive traits. There is no biblical connection to the name Kenisha, and it gained popularity in the late 20th century. Variants include Kenysha and Kenesha, contributing to its diverse appeal.
The name Kenisha 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Kenisha 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, 'Kenisha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1540th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1207th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3487th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9007th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kenisha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kenisha"
Pronunciation
/kəˈniːʃə/
Origin
African-American
Etymology
The name Kenisha is believed to be a modern invention, likely derived from combining elements of various names with African roots, particularly those with the suffix '-isha', which is common in African-American naming traditions.
Meaning
Beautiful, purpose
Language Evolution
Kenisha
Historical Usage
Kenisha gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among African-American communities as a unique and modern given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Kenysha, Kenesha, Kanishia
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kenisha is viewed as a contemporary and stylish name that reflects individuality and cultural heritage.
Famous People
Kenisha Bell - American basketball player, Kenisha Pratt - American author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kenisha"
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 "Kenisha"
"Kenisha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1540th of 19264 | 1,038 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1207th of 27321 | 2,151 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3487th of 35406 | 682 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9007th of 30306 | 139 |
Regional Popularity of "Kenisha" 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 "Kenisha" 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) |
41.44% 1217th/2937 |
54.32% 1892nd/3483 |
25.72% 905th/3518 |
45.08% 1823rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
29.04% 1070th/3685 |
31.87% 1426th/4475 |
18.17% 944th/5194 |
27.29% 1724th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
67.63% 3099th/4582 |
63.07% 3257th/5164 |
44.37% 3245th/7313 |
87.11% 6501st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
94.54% 4242nd/4487 |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Kenisha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kenisha" 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.