Nyesha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nyesha is an American name derived from the African name Nyasha, meaning 'grace' or 'blessing'. The name has evolved from Nyasha to its current form in recent decades, reflecting a trend towards unique names. It lacks biblical relevance and has gained popularity mainly in contemporary culture.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nyesha"
Pronunciation
/naɪˈʃə/
Origin
American
Etymology
Nyesha is a modern name that is likely a variant of the name Nyasha, which has African roots and means 'grace' or 'blessing'.
Meaning
grace, blessing
Language Evolution
Nyasha, Nyesha
Historical Usage
Nyesha gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend towards unique and culturally inspired names.
Variants & Derivatives
Nyasha, Nayesha, Niesha
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Nyesha is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
📊 Nyesha Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Nyesha Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 71 peak births in 1993
Geographic Spread
Popular across 14 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nyesha"
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 "Nyesha"
"Nyesha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4454th of 19264 | 206 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2283rd of 27321 | 827 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4583rd of 35406 | 467 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18713th of 30306 | 31 |
Regional Popularity of "Nyesha" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Nyesha" 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) |
- |
66.75% 2325th/3483 |
95.37% 3355th/3518 |
63.13% 2553rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
59.19% 2181st/3685 |
37.27% 1668th/4475 |
50.56% 2626th/5194 |
60.55% 3825th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
80.27% 4145th/5164 |
63.09% 4614th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Nyesha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nyesha" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Nyesha" in the United States
The name Nyesha is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. 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, Nyesha has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, 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 female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Nyesha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4454th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2283rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4583rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18713th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nyesha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.