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Keshia

Name Origin

Keshia is a feminine given name of African-American origin. It is often considered a variation of the name Keisha, which itself is thought to be derived from the Swahili phrase 'kesha', meaning 'night' or 'evening'.

femininekeishavariationswahilinightevening

Famous People

Keshia Chanté (1978-)

Singer, songwriter, actress

  • Juno Award winner
  • Multiple platinum-selling albums

Keshia Knight Pulliam (1979-)

Actress, producer

  • Best Known for Role as Rudy Huxtable on 'The Cosby Show'
  • Emmy Award nomination

Similar Names

KeishaKyeshaKeysha

Sibling Names

Kamani

Both names have origins in African cultures and share a melodic flow.

Zane

Both names have a modern, stylish feel and work well together with their distinct sounds.

Jada

Sharing a similar soft sound and ending consonant, these names complement each other beautifully.