Markesha
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Markesha first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 1,000 babies have been named Markesha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Markesha is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,205 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #13,205
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Markesha
Markesha is a girl name .
Markesha is currently ranked #13,205 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Markesha include Mar, Mark, Marky, Markie, Marke, Markey, Markeie, Sha, Shay, Shaie, May, and Maie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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