UK girl's name
Nakeisha
A feminine name of West African origin, meaning "one who is loved".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2007. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Nakeisha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Nakeisha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2007 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3667, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2003, with 5 births.
This profile covers 17 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2002 to 2007. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 17 living people in the UK are called Nakeisha. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2008 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Nakeisha ranked #3667 for girls in England and Wales in 2007, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2003, when 5 girls were registered as Nakeisha.
- • About 17 living people in the UK are estimated to have Nakeisha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3667
2007
Births in 2007
5
Latest year
Peak year
2003
5 births
Estimated living
17
2026
Meaning
What does Nakeisha mean?
The name Nakeisha is a modern invented name with no definitive etymology or cultural origin. It appears to be a combination of sounds and letters that create a pleasing and unique name, but with no direct ties to specific languages, cultures, or historical roots.
While the name Nakeisha may have been inspired by or derived from elements of existing names or words, there is no clear evidence of its precise origins or meaning. It is a relatively recent creation, likely emerging in the 20th century as a distinctive and stylish name choice.
Unlike many traditional names that can be traced back to ancient languages, religious texts, or historical figures, Nakeisha does not seem to have any direct connections to these sources. It is a modern invention, reflecting the creativity and individuality of naming practices in recent times.
While there may be individuals throughout history who have borne the name Nakeisha, there are no widely recognized or famous historical figures associated with this particular name. Its usage and popularity have largely been confined to the modern era, potentially influenced by cultural trends, personal preferences, or the desire for a unique and original name.
As a relatively new name, Nakeisha lacks the rich historical background and associations that many older names possess. Its origins and meaning remain somewhat ambiguous, reflecting the contemporary desire for novel and distinctive names rather than adherence to traditional naming conventions.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Nakeisha over time
The chart below shows babies named Nakeisha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2002 to 2007. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Nakeisha, the clearest high point is 2003. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2007, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Nakeisha by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Nakeisha was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3718 | 17 | 4 |
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- Naomi 12,199
- Natalie 10,885
- Nevaeh 7,869
- Nina 7,285
- Neve 7,180
- Natalia 7,099
- Nadia 6,032
- Nicola 4,927
FAQ
Nakeisha: questions and answers
How popular is the name Nakeisha in the UK right now?
In 2007, Nakeisha was ranked #3667 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Nakeisha most popular?
The peak year on record was 2003, with 5 babies registered as Nakeisha in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Nakeisha?
A feminine name of West African origin, meaning "one who is loved".
How many people are called Nakeisha in the UK?
A total of 17 babies have been registered as Nakeisha across the 4 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.