Likely a modern American blend of Kane and Aisha.
Canesha is a modern American creation, likely formed by combining the prefix 'Ca-' with the popular name Aisha or the suffix '-esha'. While it does not have a singular ancient root, it follows the rhythmic patterns of African American naming traditions established in the late 20th century.
Less common today
Canesha isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,659 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).