Johnesha
A feminine name of uncertain origin, potentially a blend of "John" and "Keisha".
Name Census estimates that about 270 living Americans carry the first name Johnesha. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Johnesha today is around 32 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Johnesha births was 1996 (34 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Johnesha. 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
270
~ 1 in 1,269,461 Americans
Peak year
1996
34 babies that year
Average age
32
years old
2005 SSA rank
#13,654
Tracked since 1979
Popularity
Johnesha: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Johnesha 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 178 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
Johnesha 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 Johnesha during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Johneshas live
Origin
Meaning and history of Johnesha
The name Johnesha is a relatively modern amalgamation, blending the masculine name John with the feminine ending -esha. Its origins are somewhat obscure, but it appears to be a uniquely American creation that gained traction in the late 20th century.
The first component, John, traces its roots to the Hebrew name Yohanan, meaning "Graced by God" or "Yahweh is gracious." It was a prevalent name among early Christians, borne by John the Baptist and John the Apostle. Over time, it evolved into various forms across different languages, such as Johannes in Latin, Jean in French, and Ivan in Russian.
The suffix -esha is likely derived from common feminine endings like -isha (Sanskrit), -essa (Italian), or -esha (Hindi), often indicating a feminine version of a masculine name. However, the specific origin and reasoning behind combining John and -esha into Johnesha remain uncertain.
While there are no known historical figures bearing the name Johnesha, a few notable individuals have carried similar variations. One such person is Johneshia Misfit, an American rapper and songwriter born in 1992. Another is Johneshia Radford, a basketball player from the United States who competed in the early 2000s.
It's worth noting that the name Johnesha gained popularity in certain regions of the United States, particularly among African American communities. Its rise in usage coincided with the broader trend of creating unique and unconventional names during the latter part of the 20th century.
Despite its relatively recent emergence, Johnesha has already been borne by several individuals who have made their mark in various fields. One example is Johnesha Monique, an American entrepreneur and motivational speaker known for her work in personal development and empowerment.
Another notable figure is Johnesha Fairley, an American artist and illustrator recognized for her vibrant and culturally inspired artworks. Additionally, Johnesha Thompson, an American athlete, has garnered recognition for her achievements in track and field competitions.
While the name Johnesha may be contemporary in its construction, it carries echoes of diverse cultural influences and reflects the ever-evolving nature of personal names in modern societies.
People
Johnesha + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Johnesha 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
Johnesha: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Johnesha?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 270 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Johnesha 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 1,269,461 US residents.
Is Johnesha a common name?
We classify Johnesha as "Very Rare". It ranks above 78% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 279 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Johnesha most popular?
The single biggest year for Johnesha was 1996, when 34 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Johnesha is about 32 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Johnesha a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Johnesha 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.