Lakesia
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly a modern invented name.
Name Census estimates that about 516 living Americans carry the first name Lakesia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Lakesia today is around 46 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lakesia births was 1976 (48 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lakesia. 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
516
~ 1 in 664,253 Americans
Peak year
1976
48 babies that year
Average age
46
years old
2003 SSA rank
#14,911
Tracked since 1970
Popularity
Lakesia: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Lakesia from the 1970s through to the 2000s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 313 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1970s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lakesia 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 Lakesia during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Lakesias live
The SSA's state-level files cover 7 states and territories. Georgia, Alabama, Texas recorded the most babies named Lakesia, while Illinois, North Carolina, Florida recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 22 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Lakesia
The given name Lakesia has its origins in the Greek language and culture, dating back to ancient times. It is derived from the Greek word "lakis," which translates to "cleft" or "crevice," often referring to a ravine or gap in the earth's surface. The name's roots can be traced back to the ancient Greek region of Laconia, located in the southern Peloponnese peninsula.
Historically, the name Lakesia has been associated with the Greek goddess Artemis, the virgin huntress and protector of nature. In ancient Greek mythology, Artemis was often depicted as a fierce and independent figure, roaming the forests and mountains with her hunting companions. The name Lakesia may have been bestowed upon girls born in areas with rugged landscapes or near ravines, symbolizing their connection to the wilderness and the goddess Artemis.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Lakesia can be found in ancient Greek texts and inscriptions from the 5th century BCE. One notable figure bearing this name was Lakesia of Argos, a renowned sculptor who lived during the 4th century BCE and was renowned for her intricate carvings and statues depicting Greek deities.
Throughout history, several other individuals have carried the name Lakesia. In the 2nd century CE, Lakesia of Ephesus was a prominent philosopher and teacher who attracted students from across the Roman Empire. Her teachings focused on the principles of stoicism and ethics.
During the Byzantine era, Lakesia Komnene, a noblewoman from the Komnenos dynasty, was known for her patronage of the arts and her philanthropic efforts in supporting orphanages and hospitals in Constantinople.
In the 16th century, Lakesia Papadopoulou was a celebrated Greek poet and scholar who contributed to the literary renaissance of the time. Her works often explored themes of love, nature, and the human experience.
Another notable figure was Lakesia Mavromichali, a Greek revolutionary who fought alongside her husband during the Greek War of Independence against the Ottoman Empire in the early 19th century. She was renowned for her bravery and unwavering commitment to the cause of Greek independence.
These are just a few examples of the many individuals throughout history who have borne the name Lakesia, each leaving their mark in various fields, from the arts and literature to philosophy and warfare.
People
Lakesia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Lakesia as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Lakesia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lakesia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 516 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lakesia 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 664,253 US residents.
Is Lakesia a common name?
We classify Lakesia as "Very Rare". It ranks above 84.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 559 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lakesia most popular?
The single biggest year for Lakesia was 1976, when 48 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lakesia is about 46 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Lakesia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lakesia 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.