Takeshia

“a modern variation of Takiya” — Symbolizes strength

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#730US 2023

1.5kBirths / yr

→Stable

418All-time births

📅 Since 197300

How to pronounce Takeshia

TAY·KSHEE·uh

/ˈteɪ.ˈkʃiː.ə/ · stress on TAY · 3 syllables

“a modern variation of Takiya”

Symbolizes strength · American origin

What does Takeshia mean and where does it come from?

The name Takeshia is a modern and creative variation of the name Takiya, popular in the United States, especially among African American communities. It emerged in the late 20th century and commonly symbolizes strength, resilience, and individuality. Similar phonetic variations such as Takeisha and

Cultural significance

Takeshia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a modern variation of takiya.

Peak popularity

Reached #2786 in 1979 — currently #730 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Takeshia?

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

Takeshia Grace

How popular is Takeshia right now?

Holding steady — currently #730 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#730 · Top 0.54%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#730	1,470	▲ up 5 · +1% births
2022	#735	1,450	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2021	#740	1,420	▲ up 13373 · +28300% births
1995	#14113	5	▼ down 8647 · -71% births
1990	#5466	17	▼ down 2538 · -47% births
1985	#2928	32	▲ up 1564 · +88% births
1980	#4492	17	▼ down 553
1975	#3939	17	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Takeshia

Best Year2023Rank #730

Peak Count1,470

Average Rank#4143

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1975 - 20238 years

The story of Takeshia

Takeshia is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1973. With 418 total births recorded, Takeshia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3939 in 1975 to #730 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Takeshia in 1979:

Jennifer Melissa Amanda Jessica Amy

Takeshia by decade

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

Decade	Births
1970s	136
1980s ★	215
1990s	67

💎Takeshia has only 418 total recorded births since 1973 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Takeshia?

Common

TakTakieTakyEshia

What names sound and feel like Takeshia?

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

Takeyshia

American · A beloved name

Taneshia

American · Derived from the

Takishia

American · African-American

Tameshia

American · American English

American · A variant of

Jakeshia

American · A modern blend

Common questions about the name Takeshia

What does the name Takeshia mean?

Takeshia means "a modern variation of Takiya" — 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 Takeshia?

Takeshia is currently ranked #730 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 Takeshia?

Takeshia 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 Takeshia?

Takeshia is a three-syllable name pronounced T EY1 K SH IY1 AH0. 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 Takeshia?

Takeshia 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.