Lekisha

Modern invented name

Lekisha Origin and Meaning

The name Lekisha is a girl's name.

Lekisha is a modern feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Lakisha or Lakeisha. These names likely emerged in the United States during the 1960s-1970s, with increased usage in the 1970s and 1980s. Linguistically, it may combine elements like the 'La-' prefix (possibly from French influence in American naming patterns) with '-kisha,' which might relate to names like Keisha (potentially derived from variations of names like Keziah or possibly from Swahili 'Kisha' meaning 'one who brings joy'). The name saw peak popularity in the 1970s and early 1980s, then gradually declined in usage. Lekisha represents the creative naming conventions that emerged in American naming practices during this period, characterized by distinctive spellings and phonetic innovations.