Kessa
Kessa is a girl baby name. Ranked #35,049 in the US, popular nicknames include Kes, Key, and Kesie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kessa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 443 babies have been named Kessa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kessa is past its peak , currently ranked #35,049 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #35,049
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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About the Name Kessa
Kessa is a girl name .
Kessa is currently ranked #35,049 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kessa include Kes, Key, and Kesie. 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