Kisha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kisha is a name of American English origin, derived from the name Keisha, which itself has connections to the Arabic name Aisha. It means 'pure' or 'life' and has evolved through variations like Keisha. The name reflects traits of strength and individuality and is primarily associated with African American culture. It does not have biblical relevance.
The name Kisha is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast 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, Kisha 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, 'Kisha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8770th out of 10718 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8771st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 602nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1353rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8127th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14808th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kisha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kisha"
Pronunciation
/ˈkiːʃə/
Origin
American English
Etymology
The name Kisha is believed to be a modern variation of the name Keisha, which has roots in African American culture. It is often associated with the name Aisha, which means 'alive' or 'living' in Arabic.
Meaning
pure, life
Language Evolution
Keisha, Aisha
Historical Usage
Kisha gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Keisha, Kiesha, Keesha
Modern Popularity & Image
Kisha is seen as a modern and culturally significant name, often associated with strength and individuality.
Famous People
Kisha Johnson, American actress, Kisha Chavis, American singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kisha"
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 "Kisha"
"Kisha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8770th of 10718 | 12 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8771st of 12526 | 24 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 602nd of 19264 | 4,559 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1353rd of 27321 | 1,798 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8127th of 35406 | 215 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 14808th of 30306 | 56 |
Regional Popularity of "Kisha" 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 "Kisha" 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) |
22.98% 675th/2937 |
13.29% 463rd/3483 |
14.98% 527th/3518 |
21.74% 879th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
37.34% 1376th/3685 |
27.53% 1232nd/4475 |
21.99% 1142nd/5194 |
32.91% 2079th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kisha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kisha" 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.