Demesha
A feminine name possibly of African origin, potentially with meanings relating to beauty or virtue.
Name Census estimates that about 321 living Americans carry the first name Demesha. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Demesha today is around 36 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Demesha births was 1995 (18 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Demesha. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
321
~ 1 in 1,067,771 Americans
Peak year
1995
18 babies that year
Average age
36
years old
2009 SSA rank
#18,028
Tracked since 1972
Popularity
Demesha: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Demesha from the 1970s through to the 2000s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 138 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1990s peak, Demesha remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Demesha by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Demesha during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Demesha
The name Demesha originated from the African American culture in the United States. It is a relatively modern name that gained popularity in the latter half of the 20th century. While its exact origins are unclear, it is believed to be a variant or combination of the names Demetria and Keisha.
The name Demetria has Greek roots and is derived from the name Demeter, the Greek goddess of agriculture and fertility. Keisha, on the other hand, is a variant of the name Keisha, which has its origins in the African language Igbo. It is a name that means "the favored one" or "the blessed one."
There are no known historical references or appearances of the name Demesha in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records. It is a relatively modern name that emerged in the African American community, possibly as a blend of the names Demetria and Keisha.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Demesha are from the late 20th century. While it is not a common name, there have been a few notable individuals who have carried this name throughout history.
1. Demesha Hill (born 1986) is an American journalist and television personality. She is best known for her work as a correspondent for the television network BET.
2. Demesha Kincaid (born 1982) is an American former basketball player. She played professionally in the WNBA for the Phoenix Mercury and the Seattle Storm.
3. Demesha Bray (born 1979) is an American businesswoman and entrepreneur. She is the founder and CEO of a successful fashion and lifestyle brand.
4. Demesha Robinson (born 1975) is an American author and motivational speaker. She has written several books on personal growth and empowerment.
5. Demesha Williams (born 1971) is an American educator and community activist. She has dedicated her career to improving educational opportunities for underprivileged youth.
It is important to note that the name Demesha, while unique, is relatively new and may not have a long, documented history compared to more traditional or ancient names. However, it has gained recognition and popularity within the African American community, and its origins can be traced back to a blend of Greek and African influences.
People
Demesha + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Demesha as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Demesha: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Demesha?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 321 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Demesha going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,067,771 US residents.
Is Demesha a common name?
We classify Demesha as "Very Rare". It ranks above 80% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 337 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Demesha most popular?
The single biggest year for Demesha was 1995, when 18 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Demesha is about 36 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Demesha a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Demesha in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.