How Many People Are Named Alesha?
Complete statistics for the name Alesha: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Alesha, a very rare female name, is held by just 1 in 45,009 Americans today, making it quite unique. With around 7,332 people named Alesha living in the US, this name peaked in popularity back in 1990.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 1 symbolizes leadership and independence.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 37All 7,540 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1990Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Alesha Through the Generations
Alesha's journey through the generations shows a steady presence but declining trend since its peak in 1990 when 306 babies were given this name. Today, the majority of those named Alesha are adults, with 76% falling within the 30 to 60-year-old bracket, indicating a name that's well-established among older generations. The name's current status as a blend of classic and modern appeal suggests it might continue to be appreciated by parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar choice.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Alesha's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Alesha
How Many People Have the Name Alesha?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 7,332 people in the United States currently share the name Alesha. That works out to roughly 1 in every 45,009 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Alesha a Common or Rare Name?
Alesha is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Alesha Mean?
Alesha means "creative variant of Alesha" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Alesha in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Alesha Most Popular?
The name Alesha reached peak popularity in 1990, with 306 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Alesha?
Approximately 7,332 people named Alesha live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 7,540. That works out to roughly 1 in 45,009 Americans.
Is Alesha a rare name?
Alesha is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 45,009 Americans has this name.
What does the name Alesha mean?
Alesha means "creative variant of Alesha" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Alesha more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Alesha are male and 100% are female.
When was Alesha most popular?
Alesha peaked in 1990 with 306 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.