Lakysha

“derived from the name Lakeisha, meaning one who is alive or living” — Associated with the African American community

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1904US 2023

296Births / yr

→Stable

162All-time births

📅 Since 197100

What does Lakysha mean and where does it come from?

Lakysha is a modern American name that emerged in the late 20th century, often associated with the African American community. It is a variation of Lakeisha, which gained popularity during the 1970s and 1980s. The name is often seen as a representation of cultural identity and has been popularized i

Cultural significance

Lakysha has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from the name lakeisha, meaning one who is alive or living.

Peak popularity

Reached #4853 in 1973 — currently #1904 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Lakysha?

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

Lakysha Grace

How popular is Lakysha right now?

Holding steady — currently #1904 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#1904 · Top 1.4%

1975

1980

1985

1990

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1904	296	▲ up 5 · +7% births
2022	#1909	276	▲ up 5 · +12% births
2021	#1914	246	▲ up 11787 · +4820% births
1990	#13701	5	▼ down 5729 · -37% births
1985	#7972	8	▼ down 82
1980	#7890	8	▼ down 1987 · -20% births
1975	#5903	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Lakysha

Best Year2023Rank #1904

Peak Count296

Average Rank#5885

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1975 - 20237 years

The story of Lakysha

Lakysha is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1971. With 162 total births recorded, Lakysha remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5903 in 1975 to #1904 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Lakysha in 1973:

Jennifer Amy Michelle Kimberly Lisa

Lakysha by decade

Lakysha peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1970s ★	88
1980s	64
1990s	10

💎Lakysha has only 162 total recorded births since 1971 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Lakysha?

Common

LakLaAkysha

What names sound and feel like Lakysha?

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

Lakesha

American · English

Lakisha

American · The name is

Lakaysha

American · combination of the

Latysha

American · derived from Latisha,

Common questions about the name Lakysha

What does the name Lakysha mean?

Lakysha means "derived from the name Lakeisha, meaning one who is alive or living" — 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 Lakysha?

Lakysha 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 Lakysha?

Lakysha 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 Lakysha?

Lakysha 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 Lakysha a common or rare name?

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