Likely a modern blend or variation of Kaneesha
Kanisha is a modern American name, often considered a combination of the prefix 'Ka-' with the name Nisha, which means 'night' in Sanskrit. It gained some popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend of creating rhythmic, multi-syllabic names within African American communities.
Less common today
Kanisha isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #716 in 1990.
Inspirational speaker and author of 'I'm Still Here'
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
