Lakesha
girl nameLakesha entered the US charts in 1967, peaked at #329 in 1978, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1967–2025
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rank today
#329
peak (1978)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #4274 |
| 1970s | #760 |
| 1980s | #635 |
| 1990s | #2365 |
| 2000s | #9581 |
Living bearers
About 7,900 people named Lakesha are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lakesha alive today was born around 1980, making them about 45 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lakesha in 2025?
- Lakesha is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Lakesha most popular?
- Lakesha peaked in 1978, reaching #329 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lakesha with classmates?
- Lakesha will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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