Rakisha
girl nameRakisha entered the US charts in 1975, peaked at #3739 in 1981, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1975–2025
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rank today
#3739
peak (1981)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #6370 |
| 1980s | #6443 |
| 1990s | #10886 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Rakisha are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rakisha alive today was born around 1982, making them about 43 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rakisha in 2025?
- Rakisha is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Rakisha most popular?
- Rakisha peaked in 1981, reaching #3739 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Rakisha with classmates?
- Rakisha will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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