Lekesia
Lekesia is an American girl name. It has roots in the Bible. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- GenerationLekesia peaked in 1979, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Lekesia you'd meet today is about 46 years old.
- HistoryLekesia first shows up in US birth records in 1973, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 52 years since.
US births per million girls, 1973–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Lekesia
Lekesia is a girl name of American origin. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It hit its peak in the 1970s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:American names
More American girl names
- Girl name: Lainey · possibly light
- Girl name: Daisy · day's eye
- Girl name: Josie · he will add
- Unisex name: Kinsley · king's meadow
- Girl name: Sienna · from Siena
- Unisex name: Brooklyn · from Brooklyn, New York
- Girl name: Summer · summer
- Unisex name: Stevie · crown
Questions about the name Lekesia
What is the origin of the name Lekesia?
Lekesia is American in origin. Other American names to consider are Lainey (“possibly light”), Daisy (“day's eye”), Josie (“he will add”) and Kinsley (“king's meadow”).
Is Lekesia a boy or girl name?
Lekesia is a girl name.
How popular is the name Lekesia?
Lekesia is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 1981. It peaked at #8,061 in 1979, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
Is Lekesia a biblical name?
Yes. Lekesia is a biblical name, so it carries roots that go back thousands of years.
What should I know before naming my baby Lekesia?
Lekesia is an American girl name. It has roots in the Bible. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.