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Takisha

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Pronounced tah-KEE-shah /təˈkiː.ʃə/Medium

Meaning: Takisha is a 1970s American coinage combining the decorative prefix Ta- with the element Kisha or Keisha. It is a genuine invention of its era, with no ancient etymology; the honest story is coinage.Low

In 30 seconds: A 1970s invention: Takisha joins a Ta- prefix to Kisha/Keisha (said 'tah-KEE-shah'). A genuine coinage of its era.

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Origin LowAmerican

MeaningTakisha is a 1970s American coinage combining the decorative prefix Ta- with the element Kisha or Keisha. It is a genuine invention of its era, with no ancient etymology; the honest story is coinage.

U.S. rank (2004)#18511 ↘ Falling

2004 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1977

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,058

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Takisha is an American coinage of the 1970s, built from the prefix Ta- and the element Kisha or Keisha. It flourished within a rich tradition of inventive, rhythmic names in African-American families, cresting around 1977. It rose with that fashion and faded as tastes turned.

Uncommon now, it reads as a distinctly 1970s creation. Rhythmic, warm, and of its era.

Did you know? Takisha belongs to the creative Ta-/La- naming wave of the 1970s, joining a Ta- prefix to Kisha, with its peak around 1977.

Overall data confidence 50%

References — Takisha — 1970s coinage; Ta- + Kisha/Keisha

Variations

TakeshaTakeishaTakisa

Nicknames

KishaKiki

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Takisha mean?

Takisha is a 1970s American coinage combining a Ta- prefix with Kisha or Keisha. The honest story is a stylish invention.

How do you pronounce Takisha?

It's said tah-KEE-shah /təˈkiː.ʃə/ — three syllables, stress on the middle.

Is Takisha a boy or girl name?

Takisha is used as a girl's name.

Is Takisha making a comeback?

Takisha is uncommon today and reads as a 1970s coinage rather than a reviving name.