Nakesha is a feminine name with American English pronunciation as nuh-KEE-shuh (/nəˈkiːʃə/). The name has variations such as Nakisha. Nakesha has been given to baby girls in the United States since at least the 1970s. While it has not been consistently popular, it has maintained a presence in recent decades. The name peaked in popularity in 1991 when it ranked 31st with 3,436 occurrences. Over the years, Nakesha's usage has gradually declined but still remains an option for parents looking for a unique and distinctive name for their daughters. As for its origin and associations, further research is needed to provide additional information.