Jonesha

“God is gracious” — Associated with grace and spirituality

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1474US 2023

726Births / yr

→Stable

239All-time births

📅 Since 198700

What does Jonesha mean and where does it come from?

Jonesha is a modern name that appears to be a derivative of the name 'Jones', combined with a typical female suffix. It reflects the trend in African American naming practices to create unique variations that often carry deeply personal meanings. The name is associated with grace and spirituality. A

Cultural significance

Jonesha has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god is gracious.

Peak popularity

Reached #4497 in 1995 — currently #1474 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Jonesha?

Jonesha works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Jonesha Grace

How popular is Jonesha right now?

Holding steady — currently #1474 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#1474 · Top 1.1%

1990

1995

2005

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1474	726	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1479	706	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2021	#1484	676	▲ up 10844 · +8350% births
2005	#12328	8	▼ down 7831 · -65% births
1995	#4497	23	▲ up 2759 · +92% births
1990	#7256	12	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jonesha

Best Year2023Rank #1474

Peak Count726

Average Rank#4753

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1990 - 20236 years

The story of Jonesha

Jonesha is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1987. With 239 total births recorded, Jonesha remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7256 in 1990 to #1474 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Jonesha in 1995:

Jessica Ashley Emily Samantha Sarah

Jonesha by decade

Jonesha peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	26
1990s ★	162
2000s	51

💎Jonesha has only 239 total recorded births since 1987 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jonesha?

Common

JonJonieJonyEsha

What names sound and feel like Jonesha?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Jonesha also consider these

Jonisha

American · A modern inventive

Jolesha

American · God's promise

Joniesha

American · English

Joneisha

American · God is gracious

Johnesha

American · English

Joesha

American · God is salvation

Lonesha

American · A creative spelling

Tonesha

American · variant of the

Common questions about the name Jonesha

What does the name Jonesha mean?

Jonesha means "God is gracious" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Jonesha?

Jonesha is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Jonesha?

Jonesha originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Jonesha?

Jonesha pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Jonesha a common or rare name?

Jonesha is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.