Girl
Keisha
favorite, beloved
About Keisha
Keisha brings vibrant energy and cultural richness to any introduction. This name carries confidence and personality, perfect for a child destined to make her presence known. The sharp consonants give Keisha a decisive quality, while the vowel flow maintains warmth and approachability. Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Keisha enjoyed significant popularity, and contemporary parents are rediscovering its appeal with renewed appreciation. The name feels both familiar and fresh, offering recognition without being overused in current generations. Keisha naturally commands attention in professional environments while remaining perfectly suited to casual social settings. Parents who choose this name often value authenticity and cultural heritage. The name resists easy categorization, maintaining its distinct identity across decades and trends. Keisha pairs beautifully with both short and long surnames, creating balanced full names. For families seeking a name with rhythm, character, and unmistakable presence, Keisha delivers completely. It's a choice that celebrates individuality while honoring naming traditions that have brought joy to countless families.
Popularity of the Name Keisha
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | #838 | ||||
| 1968 | #721 | ||||
| 1969 | #542 | ||||
| 1970 | #449 | ||||
| 1971 | #367 | ||||
| 1972 | #303 | ||||
| 1973 | #259 | ||||
| 1974 | #257 | ||||
| 1975 | #241 | ||||
| 1976 | #233 | ||||
| 1977 | #237 | ||||
| 1978 | #246 | ||||
| 1979 | #257 | ||||
| 1980 | #279 | ||||
| 1981 | #330 | ||||
| 1982 | #352 | ||||
| 1983 | #381 | ||||
| 1984 | #410 | ||||
| 1985 | #355 | ||||
| 1986 | #331 | ||||
| 1987 | #324 | ||||
| 1988 | #371 | ||||
| 1989 | #362 | ||||
| 1990 | #397 | ||||
| 1991 | #429 | #454 | |||
| 1992 | #519 | #503 | |||
| 1993 | #593 | #390 | |||
| 1994 | #616 | #497 | |||
| 1995 | #648 | #339 | |||
| 1996 | #625 | #244 | |||
| 1997 | #803 | #729 | #320 | ||
| 1998 | #1000 | #572 | #390 | ||
| 1999 | #633 | #429 | |||
| 2000 | #635 | #604 | #517 | ||
| 2001 | #567 | #558 | #567 | ||
| 2002 | #512 | #711 | #576 | ||
| 2003 | #493 | #347 | #586 | ||
| 2004 | #412 | #113 | #296 | #506 | |
| 2005 | #487 | #167 | #385 | #566 | |
| 2006 | #364 | #228 | #315 | #675 | |
| 2007 | #387 | #238 | #362 | #709 | |
| 2008 | #389 | #268 | #355 | #915 | |
| 2009 | #529 | #369 | #558 | #746 | |
| 2010 | #683 | #180 | #828 | #986 | |
| 2011 | #804 | #861 | |||
| 2012 | #714 | ||||
| 2013 | #798 | ||||
| 2014 | #623 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Keisha
Names Similar to Keisha
Nicknames for Keisha
- Kei
- Keke
- Isha
- Key
Famous People Named Keisha
| Keisha Castle-Hughes | New Zealand actress |
| Keisha Buchanan | English singer-songwriter |
| Keisha Whitaker | American film producer |
| Keisha Morris | former wife of rapper Tupac Shakur |
| Keisha Grey | American adult film actress |
| Keisha Kimball | American actress |
| Keisha Chambers | American pediatrician |
| Keisha Renee | American singer |
| Keisha Apparel Reyes | Filipino-American actress |
| Keisha Riad | Egyptian volleyball player |
| Keisha Amponsa Banson | Ghanaian singer |
| Keisha N. Blain | American historian |
| Keisha Chante | Canadian singer |
| Keisha Lance Bottoms | American lawyer |
| Keisha Marte | Dominican Republic sprinter |
| Keisha Morrissey | Irish musician |
| Keisha Kidd | American basketball player |
| Keisha Hampton | American basketball player |
Characters Named Keisha
| Keisha Jones | from the web series "The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl" |
| Keisha Phoebe | from the TV series "Skins" |
| Keisha Blythe | from the novel "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken |
| Keisha Turner | from the novel "Kindred" by Octavia E. Butler |
| Keisha Franklin | from the TV show "Insecure" |
| Keisha Downey | from the TV show "Veronica Mars" |
| Keisha Clemmons | from the TV show "Atlanta" |
| Keisha Gardner | from the film "Barbershop" |
| Keisha Josephs | from the film "B.A.P.S" |
| Keisha Castle | from the TV show "The Sopranos" |
| Keisha Marie | from the film "B.A.P.S" |
| Keisha Russell | from the TV show "Total Drama Island" |
| Keisha Hawkins | from the film "The Intruder" |