Origin
Swahili (African)
Syllables
3
Zodiac
Libra
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Lekisha is a name often given to girls. Ranked #11238 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Swahili (African) origin and traditionally means "Joyful and radiant daughter of the people". It has 3 syllables.
The Story of Lekisha
Lekisha draws from Swahili linguistic patterns suggesting joy and community. It evokes brightness and connection. Today it appears in diverse families appreciating its uplifting sound. Girls with this name tend to be sociable and artistic.
Popularity
Currently ranked #11238 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Expresses joy and creativity.
Desires to help others.
Appears adventurous and free.
Focuses on responsibility and care.
Zodiac & Astrology
Libra
Balances charm and grace.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Brings gentle, balancing warmth.
Color Aura
Soft Pink
Element
Air
Season
Spring
Gemstone
Rose Quartz
Spirit Animal
Dove
Power Word
Harmony
Energy Type
Air × Spring
Personality & Traits
Joyful
Spreads positivity easily.
Social
Builds connections quickly.
Artistic
Expresses through creative outlets.
Famous People Named Lekisha
Lekisha Brown
Swahili language advocate
Lekisha Patel
Community leader and educator
Lekisha in Pop Culture
Lekisha Moore
Drama series
Lekisha Ray
Romance novel
Historical Events
1975
Appeared in African diaspora naming trends.
2005
Featured in cultural media.
International Variations
Lekisha in Different Scripts
Lekisha
Swahili
لكيشا
Arabic
लेकिशा
Devanagari
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Lekisha:
Lekisha Amina
Lekisha Zahara
Lekisha Nadia
Lekisha Fatima
Lekisha Imani
Lekisha Sanaa
Fun Facts & Trivia
Evokes communal celebration.
Rising in multicultural naming.
Melodic and easy to pronounce.
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girlPronunciation
luh-KEE-shuh
Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.