How Many People Are Named Lakesha?
Complete statistics for the name Lakesha: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Lakesha, a very rare female name, is held by just 7,868 people in the US today, making up 1 in 41,942 Americans. The name peaked in popularity in 1978 with 679 births, showing its stable presence over decades.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 3 symbolizes creativity, self-expression, and joy.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 45All 8,174 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: 1978Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Lakesha Through the Generations
Lakesha has seen a steady presence throughout generations, with its peak year occurring in 1978 when 679 babies were given this name. Today, the majority of those named Lakesha are aged between 30 and 60, indicating a strong generational hold. With only 208 individuals under 30, it suggests a slight decline in recent years but remains a name that bridges classic and modern sensibilities.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Lakesha's African-American roots
📄 About the Name Lakesha
How Many People Have the Name Lakesha?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 7,868 people in the United States currently share the name Lakesha. That works out to roughly 1 in every 41,942 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Lakesha a Common or Rare Name?
Lakesha 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 Lakesha Mean?
Lakesha means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from African-American origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Lakesha in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Lakesha Most Popular?
The name Lakesha reached peak popularity in 1978, with 679 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.
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 Lakesha?
Approximately 7,868 people named Lakesha live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 8,174. That works out to roughly 1 in 41,942 Americans.
Is Lakesha a rare name?
Lakesha is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 41,942 Americans has this name.
What does the name Lakesha mean?
Lakesha means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from African-American origins.
Is Lakesha more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Lakesha are male and 100% are female.
When was Lakesha most popular?
Lakesha peaked in 1978 with 679 births that year. Current trend: Stable.
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.