Rekesha

“African-American” — Symbolizes beauty

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#695US 2023

1.5kBirths / yr

→Stable

17All-time births

📅 Since 198000

How to pronounce Rekesha

RAY·KESH·AH

/ˈreɪ.ˈkɛʃ.ˈɑ/ · stress on RAY · 3 syllables

“African-American”

Symbolizes beauty · American origin

What does Rekesha mean and where does it come from?

Rekesha is a modern name that appears to have emerged from the African-American community. It is closely related to the name Lakeisha and shares similar roots and sounds. The name symbolizes beauty, strength, and femininity and has been used predominantly in the United States since the late 20th cen

Cultural significance

Rekesha has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of african-american.

Peak popularity

Reached #9058 in 1980 — currently #695 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Rekesha?

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

Rekesha Grace

How popular is Rekesha right now?

Holding steady — currently #695 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#695 · Top 0.51%

1980

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#695	1,505	▲ up 5 · +1% births
2022	#700	1,485	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2021	#705	1,455	▲ up 8353 · +20686% births
1980	#9058	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Rekesha

Best Year2023Rank #695

Peak Count1,505

Average Rank#2790

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1980 - 20234 years

The story of Rekesha

Rekesha is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1980. With 17 total births recorded, Rekesha remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9058 in 1980 to #695 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Rekesha in 1980:

Jennifer Amanda Jessica Melissa Sarah

💎Rekesha has only 17 total recorded births since 1980 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Rekesha?

Common

RekRekieRekyEsha

What names sound and feel like Rekesha?

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

Rekisha

American · a modern invented

Rekeisha

American · Variant of the

Renesha

American · A modern invented

Dekesha

American · English

Lekesha

American · one who is

Tekesha

American · A modern combination

Nekesha

American · Swahili

Retisha

American · A beloved name

Common questions about the name Rekesha

What does the name Rekesha mean?

Rekesha means "African-American" — 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 Rekesha?

Rekesha is currently ranked #695 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 Rekesha?

Rekesha 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 Rekesha?

Rekesha is a three-syllable name pronounced R EY1 K EH1 SH 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 Rekesha?

Rekesha 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.