Kanesha
Kanesha is a girl baby name. Ranked #22,470 in the US, popular nicknames include Kan, Kay, and Kanie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kanesha first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 1,752 babies have been named Kanesha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kanesha is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #22,470 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #22,470
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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About the Name Kanesha
Kanesha is a girl name .
Kanesha is currently ranked #22,470 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kanesha include Kan, Kay, Kanie, and Kaneie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis