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Lameshia

Female

« Lameshia is an African American name created in the late 20th century, blending LaShay and Mesha, potentially meaning "the gift" from Hebrew elements. »

#21559 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Lameshia is a unique and distinctive given name of African American origin. It is believed to have been created during the late 20th century as a blend of two popular names at the time: LaShay and Mesha. The name Lameshia does not have a specific meaning attributed to it, as it was created rather than having historical roots in any language or culture. However, some people associate it with the elements "La" (meaning "the") and "Mesha" (meaning "gift" or "bounty" in Hebrew), giving it a potential meaning of "the gift." There is no significant historical figure or event associated with the name Lameshia. Its usage has been largely concentrated within African American communities, although it can be found among other ethnic groups as well. In recent years, the popularity of the name Lameshia has declined significantly. According to data from the Social Security Administration in the United States, its peak popularity was in 2001 when it ranked #746 for girls' names. By 2020, it had fallen out of the top 1,000 most popular names. Despite its waning popularity, Lameshia remains a unique and memorable name with a distinctive sound and spelling. It continues to be chosen by parents who appreciate its rarity and like the idea of giving their daughter a one-of-a-kind name with a possible connection to Hebrew meaning.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Lameshia since 1880

Total births
161
Total since 1880
Peak year
1992
13 births
in 1997
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years