Lakesha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lakesha is an American English name that combines the prefix 'La-' with 'Keisha,' which has Swahili roots meaning 'the favorite one.' The name evolved in response to cultural naming trends during the late 20th century. It reflects individuality and cultural significance, with no biblical relevance.
The name Lakesha is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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, Lakesha 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, 'Lakesha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10102nd out of 10718 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 606th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 856th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8325th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Lakesha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lakesha"
Pronunciation
/ləˈkiːʃə/
Origin
American English
Etymology
Lakesha is a modern name that is believed to be a combination of the prefix 'La-' commonly used in African American naming traditions and the name 'Keisha,' which is derived from the Swahili name 'Akeisha' meaning 'the favorite one.'
Meaning
the favorite one
Language Evolution
La-, Keisha, Lakesha
Historical Usage
Lakesha gained popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s, particularly within African American communities, as part of a broader trend of unique and culturally significant names.
Variants & Derivatives
Lakeisha, Lakeshia, Keshia
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Lakesha is perceived as a distinctive and culturally rich name that carries a sense of individuality and strength.
Famous People
Lakesha Williams - American politician, Lakesha K. - American singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lakesha"
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 "Lakesha"
"Lakesha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10102nd of 10718 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 606th of 19264 | 4,506 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 856th of 27321 | 3,454 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8325th of 35406 | 208 |
Regional Popularity of "Lakesha" 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 "Lakesha" 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) |
20.29% 596th/2937 |
22.62% 788th/3483 |
11.43% 402nd/3518 |
26.81% 1084th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
21.25% 783rd/3685 |
34.84% 1559th/4475 |
10.30% 535th/5194 |
35.54% 2245th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lakesha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lakesha" 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.