Nakisha
girl nameNakisha entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #757 in 1978, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1971–2025
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rank today
#757
peak (1978)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #1760 |
| 1980s | #1465 |
| 1990s | #4462 |
| 2000s | #11274 |
| 2010s | #16931 |
Living bearers
About 2,400 people named Nakisha are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nakisha 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 Nakisha in 2025?
- Nakisha is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Nakisha most popular?
- Nakisha peaked in 1978, reaching #757 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nakisha with classmates?
- Nakisha will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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