How Many People Are Named Nikesha?
Complete statistics for the name Nikesha: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Nikesha is a very rare female name, with only 447 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 738,192 Americans. The name peaked in popularity back in 1977 with 48 births, and it's remained stable ever since.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, life-path number 4 symbolizes stability and practicality.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 45All 464 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: 1977Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Nikesha Through the Generations
Nikesha has seen a steady presence through the decades, with its peak occurring in 1977 when 48 babies were given this name. Today, the name is predominantly held by individuals aged between 30 and 60, with no one under 30 or over 60 carrying the name. This suggests a generation-specific naming trend that has maintained its charm over time without significant fluctuation.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Nikesha's American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Nikesha
How Many People Have the Name Nikesha?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 447 people in the United States currently share the name Nikesha. That works out to roughly 1 in every 738,192 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Nikesha a Common or Rare Name?
Nikesha 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 Nikesha Mean?
Nikesha means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Nikesha in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Nikesha Most Popular?
The name Nikesha reached peak popularity in 1977, with 48 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 Nikesha?
Approximately 447 people named Nikesha live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 464. That works out to roughly 1 in 738,192 Americans.
Is Nikesha a rare name?
Nikesha is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 738,192 Americans has this name.
What does the name Nikesha mean?
Nikesha means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from American coinage origins.
Is Nikesha more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Nikesha are male and 100% are female.
When was Nikesha most popular?
Nikesha peaked in 1977 with 48 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.