Rakesha
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Rakesha first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 123 babies have been named Rakesha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rakesha is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #22,256 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #22,256
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Rakesha
Rakesha is a girl name .
Rakesha is currently ranked #22,256 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Rakesha include Rak, Rake, Rakey, Rakeie, Sha, Shay, Shaie, Ray, Raie, and Rakkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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