Jameisha
A feminine name derived from the combination of the names James and Aisha.
Name Census estimates that about 467 living Americans carry the first name Jameisha. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Jameisha today is around 31 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jameisha births was 1996 (42 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jameisha. 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
467
~ 1 in 733,949 Americans
Peak year
1996
42 babies that year
Average age
31
years old
2010 SSA rank
#18,127
Tracked since 1982
Popularity
Jameisha: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jameisha from the 1980s through to the 2010s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 297 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jameisha 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 Jameisha during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Jameishas live
The SSA's state-level files cover 5 states and territories. California, Florida, Louisiana recorded the most babies named Jameisha, while Texas, Illinois, Louisiana recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 8 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Jameisha
The name Jameisha is a relatively modern name with origins that are not entirely clear. It appears to be a combination of the names James and Keisha, both of which have distinct roots and histories.
The name James is derived from the Hebrew name Jacob, which means "supplanter" or "one who follows". It gained popularity in the Christian tradition through Saint James the Great, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. The name James has been widely used across various cultures and regions, with notable figures such as James I of England (1566-1625) and James Madison (1751-1836), the fourth President of the United States.
The name Keisha, on the other hand, is a variant of the name Keisha, which is a shortened form of the Arabic name Qaisharah, meaning "cashier" or "money changer". It gained popularity in the African American community during the 20th century as part of the Black Power movement and the embrace of African-derived names.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Jameisha are found in the late 20th century, primarily in the United States. It is believed to have emerged as a blend of the names James and Keisha, reflecting a desire to combine cultural influences and create a unique identity.
While the name Jameisha does not have a long historical lineage, it has been borne by several notable individuals throughout its relatively short existence. Some examples include:
1. Jameisha Trent, an American actress known for her roles in television shows such as "Chicago Fire" and "Empire".
2. Jameisha White, an American basketball player who played for the University of South Carolina Gamecocks.
3. Jameisha Meadows, an American track and field athlete who specialized in the hurdles events.
4. Jameisha Hodnett, an American singer and songwriter known for her work in the gospel music genre.
5. Jameisha Brown, an American entrepreneur and business owner, recognized for her contributions to the community.
While the name Jameisha may be relatively new, it reflects the rich cultural tapestry of modern society, blending influences from diverse backgrounds and creating a unique identity that resonates with those who bear it.
People
Jameisha + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jameisha as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jameisha: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jameisha?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 467 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jameisha 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 733,949 US residents.
Is Jameisha a common name?
We classify Jameisha as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 482 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jameisha most popular?
The single biggest year for Jameisha was 1996, when 42 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jameisha is about 31 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Jameisha a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jameisha 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.