Kieisha

“a form of the name Keisha”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1869US 2023

331Births / yr

→Stable

5All-time births

📅 Since 198000

How to pronounce Kieisha

KEE·EYE·ZHAH

/ˈkiː.ˈaɪ.ˈzhɑ/ · stress on KEE · 3 syllables

“a form of the name Keisha”

American origin · Girl name

What does Kieisha mean and where does it come from?

Kieisha is a modern variant of the name Keisha, which has origins in African American culture. Keisha is derived from the Swahili word for 'great joy' or 'she who is praised.' Kieisha emerged in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, and it is often seen as a unique and contempora

Cultural significance

Kieisha has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a form of the name keisha.

Peak popularity

Reached #11966 in 1980 — currently #1869 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kieisha?

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

Kieisha Grace

How popular is Kieisha right now?

Holding steady — currently #1869 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#1869 · Top 1.4%

1980

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1869	331	▲ up 5 · +6% births
2022	#1874	311	▲ up 5 · +11% births
2021	#1879	281	▲ up 10087 · +5520% births
1980	#11966	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kieisha

Best Year2023Rank #1869

Peak Count331

Average Rank#4397

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1980 - 20234 years

The story of Kieisha

Kieisha is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1980. With 5 total births recorded, Kieisha remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11966 in 1980 to #1869 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kieisha in 1980:

Jennifer Amanda Jessica Melissa Sarah

💎Kieisha has only 5 total recorded births since 1980 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kieisha?

Common

KieKieiKieieKieyIsha

What names sound and feel like Kieisha?

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

Kieasha

American · Graceful, beautiful

Kiesha

American · A variant of

Kinisha

American · beautiful

Kimisha

American · a variant of

Kiisha

American · a variant form

Tieisha

American · God is gracious

Common questions about the name Kieisha

What does the name Kieisha mean?

Kieisha means "a form of the name Keisha" — 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 Kieisha?

Kieisha 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 Kieisha?

Kieisha 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.

How do you pronounce the name Kieisha?

Kieisha is a three-syllable name pronounced K IY1 AY1 Z HH AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Kieisha?

Kieisha 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.