Nekisha
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Nekisha first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 411 babies have been named Nekisha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nekisha is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #34,916 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #34,916
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Nekisha
Nekisha is a girl name .
Nekisha is currently ranked #34,916 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nekisha include Nek, Neki, Nekiy, Nekiie, Sha, Shay, Shaie, Ney, Neie, and Nekkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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