Keisha
Fact sheet
- Name
- Keisha
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The girl's name Keisha is considered an English derivation of the Hebrew biblical name Keziah or Kezia.
What does the name Keisha mean?
Keisha is regarded as the English form of the Hebrew biblical name Keziah. Translated, it means 'the fragrant one' or 'the cinnamon flower.' The roots of the name lie in the Ancient Hebrew term Qetzi'ah (קְצִיעָה), which refers to 'cassia' or 'cinnamon cassia,' a spice plant. Furthermore, Keisha is often interpreted as a short form of the African American name Lakeisha, which has African origins. In this context, the name means 'the favorite' or 'the darling,' derived from Swahili. Since the 1960s, the name has been very popular among African American parents and gained traction in German naming practices in the 1990s. Variants include Keysha, Kisha, Keshia, Keshya, Kesha, Kecia, Kicia, Lakisha, Lakesha, Laquisha, Lekesha, and Lakeshia.
Where does the name Keisha come from?
The name Keisha has its roots in Ancient Hebrew and Swahili, meaning 'the fragrant one.' The Ancient Hebrew origin derives from Keziah: Qetzi'ah (קְצִיעָה) stands for cassia or cinnamon cassia (spice plant). The Swahili derivation from Lakeisha means 'the favorite' or 'the darling.' The languages from which the name originates are African American and English.
How do you pronounce Keisha?
The pronunciation of Keisha is soft yet distinctive. It is typically pronounced as 'Ki-sha' [ˈkiːʃa], with the name starting with a bright, elongated vowel. The 'sh' creates a gentle friction, adding depth to the sound, while the open 'a' allows the sound to fade softly. This makes Keisha expressive and simultaneously gentle – melodic, present, and with a warm, slightly resonant aura.
When is the name day of Keisha?
The name day for Keisha is celebrated on January 12 and February 23.
Popularity
In Germany, Keisha is a rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best ranking was in 2009, reaching 2,111th place. In the last ten years, Keisha has been given as a first name fewer than 10 times, placing it 8,310th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 6,204th.
Nicknames & pet names
Kashi / Kiki
Similar first names
Famous people
- Keisha Buchanan (singer, member of the band Sugababes)
- Keisha Castle-Hughes (actress from New Zealand)
- Keisha Hampton (American basketball player)
- Keisha Jackson (American singer)
- Keisha Knight Pulliam (actress)
- Keisha White (English singer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Keisha
What is the origin of the name Keisha?
The name Keisha has its roots in Ancient Hebrew and Swahili. It derives from Keziah, which means 'the fragrant one.' The Swahili derivation from Lakeisha stands for 'the favorite' or 'the darling.'
What does the name Keisha mean?
Keisha is often regarded as the English form of the Hebrew name Keziah, meaning 'the fragrant one' or 'the cinnamon flower.' It can also originate from Swahili, meaning 'the favorite' or 'the darling.'
How popular is the name Keisha?
Keisha has been particularly popular among African American parents since the 1960s and gained increasing acceptance in German naming practices in the 1990s.