Rakisha
Rakisha is a girl baby name. Ranked #16,270 in the US, popular nicknames include Rak, Ray, and Rakie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Rakisha first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 173 babies have been named Rakisha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rakisha is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,270 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #16,270
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Nicknames
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About the Name Rakisha
Rakisha is a girl name .
Rakisha is currently ranked #16,270 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Rakisha include Rak, Ray, Rakie, and Rakiie. 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