Kenisha

Kenisha appears to be a modern feminine given name that likely emerged in the United States during the latter half of the 20th century. The name may be a variant or elaboration of 'Keisha' with the added syllable 'Ken-'. Linguistically, 'Keisha' is sometimes attributed to derivation from names like Keshia, Kisha, or Akeisha, with various proposed etymologies. The name saw increased usage in the United States from the 1970s through the 1990s, with peak popularity occurring in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Kenisha follows similar usage patterns to several other names featuring the 'isha' or 'esha' suffix that gained popularity during this period. While the name has declined in frequency since the 2000s, it continues to be used. The name's phonetic structure gives it a melodious quality with its three syllables and flowing sound pattern.

As of October 2026, Kenisha ranked #10506 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #557 in 1978.