Kenneisha
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from the Greek word "kenosis" meaning "humility".
Name Census estimates that about 61 living Americans carry the first name Kenneisha. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Kenneisha today is around 34 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kenneisha births was 1990 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kenneisha. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Kenneisha. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
61
~ 1 in 5,618,924 Americans
Peak year
1990
8 babies that year
Average age
34
years old
1999 SSA rank
#15,630
Tracked since 1987
Popularity
Kenneisha: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kenneisha from the 1980s through to the 1990s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 46 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kenneisha 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 Kenneisha 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 Kenneisha
The name Kenneisha is a relatively modern invention, likely originating in the late 20th century. While its exact origins are uncertain, it appears to be a combination of elements from various languages and cultures.
One possible origin is from the Arabic name Kinnah, which means "nickname" or "epithet." It's believed that the "Kenne" portion of Kenneisha may have been derived from this Arabic root. The "isha" ending could be influenced by the common female name suffix "-isha" found in many Arabic and Persian names, such as Alisha or Farisha.
Another potential influence is the African-American naming tradition, which often combines elements from various cultures and languages to create unique and meaningful names. The "-isha" ending may also be reminiscent of the popular African name Keisha, which has roots in the Swahili language.
While there are no recorded instances of the name Kenneisha appearing in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it is possible that the name was created by combining elements from different cultural traditions to reflect the diverse backgrounds of its bearers.
Due to its relatively recent emergence, there are limited historical references or famous individuals with the name Kenneisha. However, here are a few notable people who share this first name:
1. Kenneisha Lafevers, an American writer and author of the young adult fantasy novel series "The Alchemist Chronicles."
2. Kenneisha Bethania, a Dominican-American influencer and social media personality.
3. Kenneisha Watkins, an American basketball player who played for the Tulsa Shock in the WNBA.
4. Kenneisha Nedd, a Canadian model and actress known for her work in television and commercials.
5. Kenneisha Cooper, an American entrepreneur and founder of a successful skincare line.
While the name Kenneisha may not have a long historical lineage, its unique blend of cultural influences and modern creation make it a distinctive and meaningful choice for many parents seeking a name that reflects diversity and individuality.
People
Kenneisha + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kenneisha as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kenneisha: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kenneisha?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 61 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kenneisha 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 5,618,924 US residents.
Is Kenneisha a common name?
We classify Kenneisha as "Very Rare". It ranks above 57.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 63 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kenneisha most popular?
The single biggest year for Kenneisha was 1990, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kenneisha is about 34 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Kenneisha a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kenneisha 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.