Lakeisha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lakeisha is an African American name with roots in the late 20th century. It is derived from the name Keisha, with the addition of the prefix 'La'. The name means 'pure' or 'sweet' and has evolved through various forms. It reflects a strong cultural identity and gained popularity in the 1970s and 1980s. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Lakeisha is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lakeisha has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lakeisha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7360th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13208th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 543rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 538th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3352nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13138th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lakeisha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lakeisha"
Pronunciation
/ləˈkiːʃə/
Origin
African American
Etymology
Lakeisha is believed to have been created in the United States in the late 20th century, possibly derived from the name 'Keisha' with the addition of the prefix 'La'.
Meaning
Pure, sweet
Language Evolution
Keisha, Lakisha, Lakeisha
Historical Usage
Lakeisha gained popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s, reflecting a trend of unique and culturally significant names among African American communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Lakisha, Keisha, LaKeisha
Modern Popularity & Image
Lakeisha is often perceived as a modern and culturally rich name, representing a unique identity within African American culture.
Famous People
Lakeisha Graham, American author, Lakeisha Michelle, American singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lakeisha"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lakeisha"
"Lakeisha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7360th of 10718 | 23 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 13208th of 16616 | 13 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 543rd of 19264 | 5,422 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 538th of 27321 | 6,632 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3352nd of 35406 | 721 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 13138th of 30306 | 73 |
Regional Popularity of "Lakeisha" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
64.02% 3325th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lakeisha" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
20.36% 598th/2937 |
17.80% 620th/3483 |
10.46% 368th/3518 |
21.46% 868th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
14.82% 546th/3685 |
16.67% 746th/4475 |
6.62% 344th/5194 |
20.06% 1267th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
76.65% 3512th/4582 |
83.15% 4294th/5164 |
39.25% 2870th/7313 |
87.11% 6501st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lakeisha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lakeisha" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.