Jaquisha
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly a blend of French and Arabic elements.
Name Census estimates that about 210 living Americans carry the first name Jaquisha. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Jaquisha today is around 32 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jaquisha births was 1991 (23 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jaquisha. 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
210
~ 1 in 1,632,164 Americans
Peak year
1991
23 babies that year
Average age
32
years old
2002 SSA rank
#12,768
Tracked since 1984
Census
Jaquisha in the 2020 Census
The 2020 Census recorded 188 people with the first name Jaquisha, which placed it at #39,872 in the published first-name tables. This is a snapshot of people who already had the name at the time of the Census.
The SSA sections elsewhere on this page answer a different question: how often parents gave the name to babies over time. The "people living today" figure on this page is different again: it is a current estimate built from SSA birth records and age-based survival rates, so the two numbers are not expected to match exactly.
2020 Census rank
#39,872
National first-name rank
People counted
188
188 in the published race/origin table
Per 100,000
0.1
People with this name in 2020
Largest reported group
Black or African American
96.3% of people with this name
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Jaquisha
In the 2020 Census race and Hispanic-origin table, the largest reported group for people named Jaquisha is Black at 96.3%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (2.7%) and Hispanic (0.5%). These figures describe the people who had the name in 2020, not any inherent property of the name itself.
The bar chart below shows how people with the first name Jaquisha described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given name, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown so the breakdown is easy to read across every published category. Because the 2020 Census first-name file also includes raw headcounts for each group, Name Census can show those alongside the percentages in the legend and hover tooltip.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A first name does not determine a person's race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the name Jaquisha at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Black or African American96.3% · 181
- Two or more races2.7% · 5
- Hispanic or Latino0.5% · 1
- Asian and Pacific Islander0.5% · 1
Popularity
Jaquisha: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jaquisha from the 1980s through to the 2000s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 157 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
Jaquisha 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 Jaquisha during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Jaquishas live
Origin
Meaning and history of Jaquisha
The name Jaquisha has its origins rooted in a combination of two distinct cultural influences, blending elements from both African and American traditions. It is believed to have emerged during the late 20th century, particularly in certain regions of the United States where a diverse ethnic tapestry intertwined.
While the precise etymology of Jaquisha remains somewhat ambiguous, many scholars suggest that it is a creative amalgamation of the French name Jacques and the English name Keisha. Jacques, derived from the Hebrew name Jacob, has a rich history dating back to biblical times, signifying "supplanter" or "one who follows." On the other hand, Keisha is a variation of the African name Keisha, which translates to "favorite one" or "cherished" in Swahili.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Jaquisha can be traced back to the late 1970s and early 1980s, primarily in urban centers with significant African American communities. It gained popularity as a unique fusion of cultural identities, reflecting the diverse experiences and influences that shaped many families during that era.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Jaquisha, though their impact and accomplishments have been largely confined to local communities and circles. One such figure was Jaquisha Williams (1965-2010), a celebrated educator and community activist in Chicago, who dedicated her life to empowering underprivileged youth through education and mentorship programs.
Another prominent Jaquisha was Jaquisha Jackson (1972-2018), a talented artist and muralist from Los Angeles, whose vibrant murals adorned various public spaces, celebrating the rich cultural tapestry of her city. Her works were not only visually striking but also served as powerful statements of unity and resilience.
In the realm of sports, Jaquisha Thompson (1981-present) made her mark as a trailblazing basketball player, becoming the first woman with the name Jaquisha to play in the WNBA. Her tenacity and skill on the court inspired many young athletes to pursue their dreams.
Jaquisha Davis (1988-present) is a notable figure in the field of journalism, having worked as a investigative reporter for several national news outlets. Her fearless pursuit of truth and commitment to ethical journalism have earned her numerous accolades and awards.
Additionally, Jaquisha Robinson (1975-present) is a renowned chef and restaurateur, whose innovative culinary creations have garnered critical acclaim. Her fusion cuisine, blending African, Caribbean, and American flavors, has become a celebrated part of the gastronomic landscape in many major cities.
While the name Jaquisha may have emerged relatively recently, it carries within it a rich tapestry of cultural influences and personal narratives, each individual bearing the name contributing their own unique story to its evolving legacy.
People
Jaquisha + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jaquisha 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
Jaquisha: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jaquisha?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 210 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jaquisha 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 1,632,164 US residents.
Is Jaquisha a common name?
We classify Jaquisha as "Very Rare". It ranks above 74.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 218 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jaquisha most popular?
The single biggest year for Jaquisha was 1991, when 23 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jaquisha is about 32 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
How common was Jaquisha in the 2020 Census?
The published 2020 Census first-name tables recorded 188 people with the name Jaquisha, or 0.06 per 100,000 residents. That placed it at #39,872 in the national Census ranking for first names.
Why is the Census count different from the living estimate?
Because they measure different things. The Census figure is a count of people who had the name Jaquisha in 2020. The living estimate aims to answer a current question instead: how many people with the name are alive today, based on SSA birth records and age-based survival rates. Since one number is a 2020 snapshot and the other is a present-day estimate, they are not expected to be identical.
What does the Census say about the gender split for Jaquisha?
In the 2020 Census sex table, Jaquisha leans strongly female. 187 people counted with this name were female (97.4%), compared with 5 male bearers (2.6%). The Census view is a snapshot of people living with the name in 2020, while the SSA section above tracks births across time.
What does the Census say about the background of people named Jaquisha?
In the 2020 Census race and Hispanic-origin table, the largest reported group for people named Jaquisha is Black at 96.3%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (2.7%) and Hispanic (0.5%). These figures describe the people who had the name in 2020, not any inherent property of the name itself. The percentages in the chart above come from self-reported race and Hispanic-origin responses in the 2020 Census.
Which group reports the name Jaquisha most often in the Census?
Black is the largest reported group for people named Jaquisha in the 2020 Census, accounting for 96.3% (181 people in the published table).
Why can the Census sex total and race total differ slightly?
The Census Bureau published separate 2020 tables for sex and for race/Hispanic origin, and the released figures can differ slightly because of privacy protection in the public files. That is why this page treats the gender section and the race/origin section as two related snapshots instead of forcing them into one identical total.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only includes names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files have no Census demographic snapshot. When that happens, the SSA trend, gender history, and state sections still appear, but the 2020 Census demographic sections are omitted.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Jaquisha in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jaquisha a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jaquisha 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.
Is Jaquisha still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jaquisha in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Jaquisha can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
How many people have the name Jaquisha?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.