Keisha vs Sunshine

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keisha

Girl #2,567 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cassia tree, cinnamon spice"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

African-American American Caribbean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,567
Total SSA Count
69
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kei, Kee

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Keisha Rank #2,567
Sunshine Rank #2,656

Keisha is more popular, ranked #2567 vs #2656 for Sunshine.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Keisha ___

  • Keisha Marie
  • Keisha Nicole
  • Keisha Renee
  • Keisha Lynn
  • Keisha Monique
  • Keisha Simone

Sunshine ___

  • Sunshine Mae
  • Sunshine Rose
  • Sunshine Skye
  • Sunshine Brooke
  • Sunshine Leigh
  • Sunshine Joy

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Keisha

Deja Aaliyah Jordan Tamara Malik

If you choose Sunshine

River Meadow Skye Rain Forrest

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keisha or Sunshine more popular?

Keisha is more popular, ranked #2567 compared to Sunshine at #2656 in the United States.

What do Keisha and Sunshine mean?

Keisha means "cassia tree, cinnamon spice" (Hebrew origin). Sunshine means "light and warmth from the sun" (Old English origin).

Are Keisha and Sunshine boy or girl names?

Keisha is primarily a girl name. Sunshine is primarily a girl name.

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